Best Salads in KL

The salad here truly means business when it comes to enjoying a plate of greens. A hodgepodge of spinach leaves and alfafas drizzled with balsamic vinegar fills the plate with tangy and balmy flavours. You can also top it off with a protein of your choice- from an egg, chicken, or beef; oh was it mentioned that it comes with slices of sweet pumpkins too?

Never really fell in the salad category? Well, no matter how big of a carnivore you are, you will definitely find a soft spot for the Caesar salad here at Tanzini. Fresh, crisp lettuce leads the parade here, laden with speckles of julienned cheese that gives it its staple aroma and flavour. Oh, not to mention a sous vide poached egg that just elevates your appetite by a mile.

The salad here at Breadfruits will certainly turn some heads and maybe a full tummy into an empty one. Filled with roasted vegetables from potatoes, beetroots, mushrooms, capers, to cherry tomatoes and rockets, this is one refreshing and savoury take. But what steals the spotlight here is the grilled salmon, aimed to put a whole lot of umami into this serving of greens.

The salad served at The Bean Belt is made using their own recipe that they invent every now and then. Since their regular customers always suggests that they provide healthy meals, they listen and come out with their own version of salad. Full of fresh salads, avocado, other vegetables and special sauce, this bowl of freshness is perfect for filling your tummy with some greeneries. It is also ideal for lunch due to its big portion. Although the sauce can be a bit overpowering, but the whole dish itself gives a very nice flavour altogether.

Salad you say? For all those meat lovers out there, you can always soften the blow here by tossing in a patty of your choice into making your own salad. However, one of the noteworthy options here would be their vegetarian patty- which uses a plethora of ingredients to whip up. With careful selections and choices, you’re looking at an explosive salad full of savoury, zest, and sweet flavours that will change your perception towards this green delight.

Kulcats got your back, for those who’s always had a resistance towards salads. Tossing in some crispy BBQ chicken bits into this lovely salad, you get a burst of sweet and savoury flavours coming from this mix of lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and thousand island sauce. This allows the uninitiated to have a go at this healthier dish, without fearing the stigma that salads carry around. 

This utmost refreshing salad is the perfect dish for those who prefer things on the light and mild side. A myriad of fresh greens mixed with sliced quill eggs and poached eggs, drenched in a hollow dressing to give it its moisture, but not overwhelming its natural flavours; it’s a salad that will have you heading home grinning from ear to ear. 

Berry and Cheese Salad does sound pretty exquisite; truth is- it is. This salad here at Anne Elizabeth is filled with tangy and sweet flavours coming from the vibrant berries and conspicious sprinkles of cheese. You will not get enough of the crunch and munch of this bowl of colourful salad. 

So, here you have your salad. But not just any salad- an udon salad. This mixture of iceberg crisp greens and thick, chewy udon does magic on the palate with its unparalleled textures. Flavours come from a zesty dollop of Kimchi, sweet bean curd strips, and fulsome sesame sauce. There will definitely be no hesitation when it comes to these greens anymore. 

So how do you make a salad better? By serving in a coconut of course! At VietThai Restaurant, they take their presentation very seriously. With a very tropical theme of Vietnamese and Thai, coconut is just the aesthetic cushion for the crowning jewel, the salad. A mouthful of this Mango salad will give you the sourness from finely grated young mango, neutralise with grated carrots and sweetness from the sliced onions, crunchiness from the anchovies and crumbled nuts, with extra freshness from the mint leaves, all in a very thoughtful, natural coconut bowl.

Salads are meant to be refreshing, but with all those thick and rich sauces out there, some have turned into decadent and sinful ones. Here at Piggy Tail, it’s hard to avoid the pork even in their salad, but to give it a twist of refreshments, cubes of watermelons are tossed into the mix turning this one into a rejuvenating dish. It really is a best of both worlds with strips of savoury pork shoulders and lavish greens. 

If you're not a lover of greens, when you hear the word ‘salad’, your first thought would probably be ‘Ew, no, thanks!’ Well, how about we suggest you a place that may just change your perception towards salads completely? LifeJuice, Bangsar is the first LifeJuice outlet (for now) to also offer a salad bar. Among the 12 signature salads available on the menu, 'Bibimbap', 'Mediterranean', 'Honey Hanoi', and 'Chindian' are those among the crowds’ favourites. 'Bibimbap' is the most popular due to its fulfilling ingredients and a hint of spiciness in it - which as Malaysians, we all enjoy. It's not often one comes across a spicy salad, but it's made possible here due to the addition of kimchi by their friendly Head Chef, Deedee Mansor. If you still want some rice in your diet, opt for the 'Chindian'. This salad consists of eco brown rice, chicken masala, wonton crisps, and many more. 'Honey Hanoi' is ideal for patrons who would like something refreshing, while their 'Mediterranean' is perfect for vegetarians. If you have your own preferred version of a salad, you can also make your own with the “Build Your Own Salad” set.

A spunky twist to the usual salads that’s normally served. This time you get a load full of local and international flavours bursting in your mouth. This salad is none other than the Mango Chicken & Jicama Salad that consists of freshly sliced chicken breast, fresh mangoes, mixed crispy tofu pok, pea sprout, roasted sesame seeds in tangy hoi sin sauce and thinly sliced cucumber with a sweet and nutty taste. Available for both in small or regular sizes. You’ll be utterly delighted to know that this dish is healthier choice.

If you've ever felt that salads are boring, do come over to Simply Green Salad Gallery. They run on a simple and straight-forwared concept - mix and match (DIY) salads. With a list, you can simply pick what you like, from the base of the salad which are the leaves, to the toppings such as roasted beef, cherry tomatoes, celery etc. The best part of is definitely the amount of dressing available. Simple, fresh and absolutely delicious! 

If you’re looking for a healthy dose of your daily meals, look no further than the Nicoise Salad here at Le Pont. This plate of stacked long beans covered in tuna, eggs, and olive bits gives your palate a rejuvenating element, all while infusing a mellow and savoury flavour from the mild combination. Who says you need heavy dressings and ingredients to make a good salad?

Franco’s signature salad is one bowl of greens you will find intriguing. Instead of the convention lettuce and tomatoes, this dish is skewed more towards the Japanese elements with a combination of fish flakes, tofu, grated radish, and carrots. What do you get when you mixed them all up? An exquisite bowl of salad you definitely don’t want to miss. 

The Chicken Garden Salad at Beary Potter Studio Cafe is fairly straight-forward. Pan-seared chicken breast served on a bed of lettuce, onions, cherry tomatoes, purple cabbage, Japanese cucumber, asparagus, and a choice of dressing - Maple Balsamic, Strawberry Basil, Red Pepper with Garlic, and Mango Coriander. 

Starting off with a refreshing serving of salad is virtually a must before the main courses arrive. The Chicken Breast salad here will do you justice with its fragrant and balmy flavours. The greens are generously coated with a redolent dressing, filled with zesty nuances, while the poultry tops it off with some added texture and smoky tastes. 

Huckleberry Food and Fare is a place that serves one of the most hearty meal that you wish you had knew sooner. As a place that emphasizes salad to be offered during lunch, you will be dumbfounded by the must-try Superfood Salad here. It is a substantial salad that is able to satisfy even the biggest appetite, with a unique blend of 10 vegetable superfoods and an awesome blend of mustard with a wonderful hint of raw organic honey dressing!

At first glance, the Classic Caesar Salad at Croissant Delicatessen is full of colour. This is sure to set the appetite for what's next. In this rendition of the timeless salad, you can find a myriad of ingredients such as full-boiled eggs, salmon, white onions, cucumbers, dried tomatoes, nuts, raisins and lettuce. All of these are dressed sufficiently with Caesar dressing without overpowering the freshness of the dish. The creaminess and richness from the eggs, dressing and salmon does not overpower the freshness of the cucumber and the lettuce, ultimately working well with each other. As far as textures are concerned, the crunchiness of the cucumber, lettuce, onions, and nuts is still retained; keeping the experience of eating this salad a pleasure. The cherry tomatoes and raisins help give a sweetness and tangy flavour that is not often found in a Caesar Salad. Simply put, the Classic Caesar Salad at Croissant Delicatessen delivers the necessary elements that are expected in this timeless appetiser, and then some.