Spring Into Summer
7 Salads & Bowls to
Keep You Cool, Fresh &
Full Across Tampa Bay
As the temps rise and the Florida sun heats up, nothing hits the spot like a fresh, crisp salad or bowl packed with vibrant flavors and nourishing ingredients. Whether you’re craving something light and leafy or bold and protein-packed, Tampa Bay is brimming with spots that serve up summer in a bowl. We’ve rounded up 7 must-try summer salads & bowls from local favorites that are as satisfying as they are seasonal.
1. The Superfood Salad
So Fresh
sofresh.com
True to its name, So Fresh delivers clean, nutrient-rich bowls, and the Superfood Salad is the epitome of summer wellness. This meal is a rainbow of flavor: red quinoa w/ lemon zest, brown rice w/ parsley, broccoli, tomatoes, walnuts, avocado, balsamic vinaigrette and is highly recommended to be accompanied by salmon to pack a protein punch.
2. The Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad
Naked Farmer
www.eatnakedfarmer.com
Eating local never tasted so good. At Naked Farmer, every ingredient is sourced from nearby farms, and their salads changes with the seasons. With salads for every season enjoy the Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad. Featuring fresh burrata, heirloom tomatoes, seasonal fruit, country wheat sourdough, baby arugula, farm greens with mint, fresh herbs, sherry pickled onion, basil pesto (un)dressing, this new option is in the mix for becoming a favorite.
3. The Cuban Salad
Green Lane
www.gogreenlane.com
Pay homage to Tampa’s roots with Green Lane’s Cuban Salad. This robust salad enables the spirit of the city to awaken with each bite. Roasted pulled pork, pickles, croutons, salami, red cabbage, Swiss cheese all on a bed of lettuce and topped with a creamy dijon dressing. Enjoy life in the fast lane with the flavorful fuel at this unique health forward drive-thru.
4. The Asian Chicken Salad
Woody’s Famous Salads
woodysofsouthtampa.com
Craving something bold? This long standing South Tampa institution provides just that and more. Woody’s Asian Chicken Salad is one of the many light yet hearty options that will have you feeling rejuvenated. Chopped lettuce, spinach, shredded carrots and cucumbers, baked chicken breast, peanuts, black sesames, and ginger-lime-sesame dressing. All these ingredients add up to a flavorful assertion of health packed into each bite.
5. The Southwest Chicken Cobb Salad
Social Roost
www.eatatsocialroost.com
Upscale and hearty, the Southwest Chicken Cobb Salad at Social Roost is quite the treat. Delicious chipotle chicken breast, grilled corn, black beans, avocado, heirloom tomatoes, fried shallot, BBQ ranch. Imagine a sit-down summer lunch or light dinner that still feels indulgent.
6. The Hot & Crunchy Bowl
CALI
www.eatatcali.com
The Hot & Crunchy bowl delivers bold flavor and satisfying texture with spicy sambal aioli, crispy tempura onions, cucumber-jicama slaw, and creamy guacamole. Gluten- and dairy-free, it’s best enjoyed with seared ahi tuna over sticky rice. A spicy, fresh, and crunchy experience that’s anything but ordinary.
7. The All-In Bowl
Taco Dirty
www.tacodirty.com
No two bowls here are ever the same when you think of the All-In, and that’s the beauty of it. At Taco Dirty, the All-In Bowl allows you to choose your own adventure: pick two bases (greens, assorted rice or avocado noodles), two proteins (grilled chicken, steak, or tofu), two veggies (sweet potatoes or fried broccoli), and tasty sauces. This option is perfect for those seeking variety of fresh and incredibly tasty, filling meal.
Final Forkful
These 7 salads and bowls prove that healthy doesn’t have to be boring. Whether you’re looking to cool down, fuel up, or simply explore new flavor combinations, Tampa Bay’s salad scene is full of seasonal stars ready to brighten your day.
