Fresh Express expands Chopped Salad Kits line

The new Fresh Express Chopped Salad Kits include three flavors inspired by global culinary trends and will be available in grocery retailers nationwide beginning May 21.

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The new Fresh Express Chopped Salad Kits include three flavors inspired by global culinary trends.
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Fresh Express is introducing three new Chopped Salad Kits that is says bring vibrant, globally inspired flavors to fresh, convenient meals.

Arriving in stores nationwide on May 21, these chef-crafted kits reflect the growing consumer demand for bold, internationally influenced flavors that make home dining effortless and exciting, according to a news release.

Recognizing that consumers crave both familiarity and adventure in their meals, Fresh Express said it has curated flavors that balance comforting, well-loved ingredients with fresh twists. Each kit is designed to deliver dynamic textures and balanced flavors, making it easy to enjoy a restaurant-quality salad at home, the release said.

The new Fresh Express Chopped Salad Kits include:

  • Creamy Goddess Chopped Salad Kit — Crisp iceberg and green leaf lettuce are paired with vibrant carrots and red cabbage, creating the ideal base. Topped with queso fresco, roasted salted pumpkin seeds and freeze-dried corn, this salad is finished off with a rich and creamy cilantro cotija dressing that delivers Mexican-inspired flavors in a combination of creamy richness and bold freshness.
  • Farmhouse Ranch Chopped Salad Kit — This salad features a crisp blend of romaine lettuce, red cabbage and carrots, tossed with garlic brioche croutons and crispy garlic pepper onions. The cheese blend brings richness, while the farmhouse ranch dressing offers a creamy finish. It’s a salad that blends familiar comfort with bold, vibrant flavors.
  • Orange Sesame Chopped Salad Kit — Crisp green leaf lettuce, kale and red and green cabbage provide the perfect crunch, while toasted sesame sticks and honey-sliced almonds add texture. Finished with a fresh orange miso vinaigrette, this salad delivers a fresh combination of Asian-inspired flavors in a light, easy-to-serve salad.

“These new Chopped Salad Kits are a continuation of our commitment to bringing fresh, exciting flavors to consumers in a way that’s both convenient and inspiring,” said Fabian Pereira, vice president of marketing and innovation for Fresh Express. “We know that today’s shoppers are looking for more than just a basic salad — they want bold flavors, unique textures and global influences. These new kits make it easy to enjoy those experiences at home without any extra effort in the kitchen.”

Fresh Express said it is continuously exploring international flavors and evolving consumer preferences to create new salad experiences and that these new kits offer a taste of global cuisines while delivering ease and freshness.

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