Just Salad announced the launch of its new spring menu featuring a limited-edition “Chopped Mezze” salad, created in collaboration with NYC Chef Marc Forgione, alongside three new seasonally inspired recipes. Chef Forgione, owner of Respect Hospitality Group and the youngest NYC chef/owner to receive a Michelin star in the U.S., joins Just Salad’s impressive roster of partners who share the brand’s commitment to continuously exploring new ingredients and designing flavorful, innovative recipes for every season.
“This partnership was born out of a mutual appreciation for crafting quality dishes that elevate the culinary experience,” says Chef Forgione. “The Greek Salad is a timeless classic that celebrates the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean, and I’m excited to bring Just Salad customers my own unique twist on this beloved dish while showcasing the freshest produce and essence of the season.”
Chef Forgione’s “Chopped Mezze” salad adds two new limited-time ingredients to the menu exclusively for this recipe. Kalamata Olives, a Greek salad staple, deliver a rich, salty taste of the Mediterranean, while Dried Oregano serves as the zesty star ingredient in Marc’s homemade dressing.
Chopped Mezze: Supergreens Blend, Regenerative Organic Chickpeas, Sliced Cucumbers, Pickled Onions, Sliced Grape Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, Crumbled Feta, Hemp Hearts
Oregano Vinaigrette: Red Wine Vinegar, Mayonnaise, Dijon Mustard, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sunflower Oil, Dried Oregano, Salt & Pepper
“Culinary partnerships are an essential ingredient in Just Salad’s continued mission of offering healthy, sustainable options and enhanced flavor profiles for our customers,” adds Jhonny Castro, Culinary Director at Just Salad. “Chef Forgione was a natural fit to collaborate with, as he shares our passion for using ingredients to inspire innovation and developing recipes with flavor, quality, and freshness in mind.”
In addition to the “Chopped Mezze” salad, Just Salad’s spring menu features three brand-new seasonally inspired recipes as well as a returning fan-favorite soup special for customers. Committed to offering a broad range of menu options that align with the brand’s climate mission, Just Salad has partnered with Fable Food Co, the Australian brand that is reimagining mushrooms, to offer Fable® BBQ Shiitake as part of the new menu rollout.
By improving the texture and elevating the natural flavors of mushrooms, Fable brings you delicious, succulent, umami-rich proteins without compromising taste or quality, made 100% carbon neutral. Packed with 16g of protein, Just Salad’s seasonal “BBQ Shroom Bowl” features the new Fable BBQ Shiitake mushrooms alongside additional LTO ingredients for spring, including a savory Sesame Edamame Mix and flavorful Miso Kale Slaw.
Just Salad’s spring menu will be available in-store, online and in-app through late June:
Protein Power (35g protein): Extra Crisp Romaine + Baby Spinach, Oven Roasted Chicken, Cage-Free Jammy Egg, Hass Avocado, Black Lentils, Roasted Corn, Pickled Onions, Sliced Carrots, Tajin Spiced Pumpkin Seeds, Hemp Hearts, Homemade Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette
Peruvian Chicken Bowl: Regenerative Brown Rice + Shredded Kale, Braised Chicken Thigh, Grated Cotija, Hass Avocado, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Pickled Onions, Roasted Corn, Furikake Shake, Homemade Green Aji Sauce + Fresh Lime
BBQ Shroom Bowl: Supergreens Blend + Regenerative Brown Rice, Fable BBQ Shiitake, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Miso Kale Slaw, Sesame Edamame Mix, Homemade Miso Ginger Vinaigrette
Seasonal Soup Special: Organic Kale and Sweet Potato
