7 salads we can't stop eating in Karachi

Some truly great salads are on menus at various eateries around Karachi

We are not exactly a salad loving nation. However, a salad movement seems to be underway right now. And because summer and salad go hand in hand, some truly great salads are on the menu at various eateries around Karachi.

If you’re not a fan of tiny portions and leafy bowls that leave you hungry, fret not. While they are undeniably a vital constituent of a salad, there’s a lot more to salads than just leaves. Here’s a list of some of the most scrumptious salads around town that are hearty enough to replace a meal and tempt you to go back for more.

Fried feta and barley salad at Mews



Barley is just a wonderful grain for salads. It’s chewy and goes beautifully with vinaigrette. Add warm fried feta, sliced oranges and herbs to the grain and you have a salad you will love. This might become your favourite at Mews.

The quinoa and cranberry salad at Xander’s



Quinoa has double the protein found in rice and barley and is an excellent source of calcium. Made with quinoa, rocket leaves cranberries, herbs and roasted cherry tomatoes the Xander’s salad is exquisitely rounded off with lemon & olive oil vinaigrette.

Salade Au Roquefort at Café Flo



Creamy and rich Roquefort is paired with peppery rocket, mushrooms, caramelised walnuts in the Salade Au Roquefort at Café Flo. Finished with a delicious raspberry dressing, the salad makes a perfect, light lunch.

Whole Burrata with figs and sweet greens at Okra

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If you love cheese and especially fresh Mozzarella, there is no chance that you won’t love Burrata cheese. Made with Mozzarella and cream, Burrata is creamier, softer and tastes divine. Served with figs and greens it makes a delicious and satisfying meal.

Grilled Kale and Goat’s cheese salad at Cote Rotie



Crunchy and nutrient-dense kale and goat’s cheese come together to make this salad. The combination is sure to win you over.

Quinoa salad at N'eco's



Quinoa seems to have become increasingly popular among salad menus. This salad at Neco’s pairs the grain with feta cheese, seasonal fruit and a citrus dressing.

EatFit



Delivery-only and mindful of calories, EatFit’s Asian brown rice salad is certainly a palate pleaser. The salad is made with brown rice, grilled chicken, herbs and apricots tossed in slightly hot vinaigrette.