Summer Starters: A guide to Blue Mesa Grill's salads

Blue Mesa Grill, a favorite destination for Southwestern cuisine enthusiasts, offers a selection of salads that are as delicious as they are diverse. Each salad is thoughtfully crafted with care, combining fresh ingredients with bold, flavorful dressings that elevate every bite. Let’s take an in-depth look at the standout salads on their menu.

Taco Salad

The Taco Salad is a flavorful option that combines the taste of ground beef-chorizo with a fresh array of ingredients. With crisp romaine lettuce serving as the base, this salad consists of black beans, avocado, corn, roasted poblanos, and jack cheese. The salad is finished with a creamy poblano ranch dressing that adds a hint of spice and tang. This salad offers a perfect balance of protein, vegetables, and creamy dressing, making it a satisfying choice for lunch or dinner.

Rojo Shrimp Salad

For those on the lookout for good seafood, the Rojo Shrimp Salad is a must-try. This salad features mixed greens adorned with succulent shrimp, mango, avocado, jicama, red onion, and tomato. The citrus vinaigrette ties all the flavors together, complementing the sweetness of the mango and the creaminess of the avocado. The combination of textures and flavors in this salad makes it a light yet satisfying option, perfect for those looking for a healthy meal.

Grilled Chicken Caesar

We know that many enjoy a simple Caesar salad when it comes to a light meal. Blue Mesa Grill’s Grilled Chicken Caesar salad offers a spicy twist on the classic Caesar. Crisp romaine lettuce is paired with grilled corn, roasted peppers, and garlic Parmesan croutons. The addition of cotija cheese provides a tangy contrast, while the spicy Caesar dressing adds a delightful kick. The grilled chicken enhances the salad, making it a flavorful choice that stands out from the traditional Caesar salad.

Mexican Chopped Grilled Chicken Salad

The Mexican Chopped Grilled Chicken Salad is a celebration of fresh, bold flavors. Romaine lettuce is combined with cucumbers, corn, tomatoes, bacon, avocado, cotija cheese, and tortilla strips, then drizzled with a honey-chile dressing. The sweetness of the dressing complements the smoky bacon and creamy avocado, while the tortilla strips add a satisfying crunch. This salad is a well-rounded and vibrant option that captures the essence of Southwestern cuisine, perfect for anyone searching for a chopped salad.

Corn Crusted Chicken Tender Salad

For a salad with a bit of crunch, the Corn Crusted Chicken Tender Salad is an excellent choice. Mixed greens are topped with corn-crusted chicken tenders, tomatoes, cucumbers, corn, black beans, roasted peppers, olives, pickled onions, and avocado. The poblano ranch dressing adds a creamy, spicy element that ties all the ingredients together. The corn-crusted chicken tenders add a unique texture and flavor, making this salad irresistible.

Why Blue Mesa Grill?

Each and every salad offered at Blue Mesa Grill ties in both flavors and textures to ensure an incredible experience for everyone. It can be a simple caesar or a complex chopped salad, either way, there’s a salad out there for every one of our customers. No matter what time you come to dine whether it’s Blue Mesa brunch, happy hour, dinner, or any time in between, we’re here for you to ensure you enjoy a taste of Southwestern culinary creativity.