Whataburger Apple Cranberry Chicken Salad

This salad is packed full of grilled chicken, shredded cheese, cranberries, apple slices, and carrots set on a bed of romaine lettuce.
One serving of the Apple & Cranberry Chicken Salad has 385 calories, 12 grams fat, 39 grams carbohydrates, and 32 grams protein.
Read this guide for a complete overview of the nutrition facts, calories, and ingredients in Whataburger’s salad.
Apple Cranberry Salad Nutrition Info
Serving Size 1 Salad with Grilled Chicken
Calories
385% Daily Value
saturated fat
30%HIGH
sodium
33%HIGH
Cholesterol
35%HIGH
%DV based on 2,000 calorie daily diet
Nutritional value, including calories, in this guide is based on a single serving measured as one salad topped with grilled chicken. A measured serving has a net weight of 342 grams.
Percentage daily value (% DV) illustrates how much a nutrient contributes to a daily diet of 2,000 calories.
Calories
Here is a summary of the amount of calories derived from fat, carbs, and protein.
- 110 calories are derived from dietary fats
- 155 calories are derived from total carbs
- 125 calories are derived from protein
- 385 total calories per serving
The highest proportion of total calories is derived from carbohydrates. Protein makes up about 32% of the total calories and the remaining 29% is from dietary fat.
The summary of calories by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Whataburger. Calories may vary by location or as a result of how the salad is prepared.
Total Fat
One salad contains 12 grams total fat, including six grams saturated fat.
The amount of saturated fat per serving is high. For reference, the FDA states that a nutrient with a 20% or greater daily value is considered high.
Saturated fat in the salad exceeds that threshold with a 30% DV.
SUMMARY OF DIETARY FAT PER SERVING
Sodium
There are 770 milligrams of sodium in one serving of the salad. At a 30% daily value, that is considered high.

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Ingredients and Allergens in Whataburger Salad
Ingredients
Here is the list of ingredients that are used to make the Apple & Cranberry Chicken salad served at Whataburger.
What are Sodium Phosphates?
Sodium Phosphate is a generic term used for a variety of salts of sodium and phosphoric acid. In food production, it’s used as a buffering salt and to regulate acid.
This food additive is typically used in processed meat to improve flavor, maintain freshness and moistness in meats, and enhance the shelf life of canned goods such as tuna.
Other fast food items made with sodium phosphates include:
Allergens
The Apple & Cranberry Salad with Chicken is made with nearly 40 ingredients, including egg, milk, and soy.
Fast Food Salads
Nutrition Facts Comparison: Salads
The following data table includes summary nutrition facts for popular salads offered at select fast food restaurants in the U.S.
Restaurant | Menu Item | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Sodium |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Whataburger | Apple & Cranberry Salad with Chicken | 385 | 12g | 39g | 32g | 770mg |
TacoTime | Chicken Taco Salad | 310 | 14g | 26g | 21g | 450mg |
Panera Bread | Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken | 450 | 24g | 26g | 32g | 1030mg |
Wendy’s | Apple Pecan Salad | 530 | 27g | 44g | 31g | 1350mg |
Panera Bread | Southwest Chicken Ranch | 670 | 45g | 34g | 31g | 1040mg |
Panera Bread | Caesar Salad | 410 | 30g | 24g | 12g | 870mg |
Chick-fil-A | Market Salad with Grilled Chicken | 550 | 31g | 42g | 28g | 1010mg |
Wendy’s | Southwest Avocado Salad | 560 | 39g | 16g | 40g | 1250mg |
Firehouse Subs | Hook & Ladder Salad | 250 | 8g | 21g | 30g | 880mg |
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
Nutrition facts, allergens, and ingredients source: Whataburger