名字就說明了一切。有一些土著的ut LPK’s combination of grilled shrimp and sundried tomatoes over a traditional Caesar that just hits the spot, true for many of the under-the-radar restaurant’s offerings. Two other standouts round out the robust salad menu — the smoked salmon Caesar and the warm duck salad, an unexpected delight.

Grilling a Caesar salad is sheer brilliance, a novel way to give the ubiquitous dish a new spin. Culinary lore has it first created in 1924 in Tijuana, Mexico, by Italian-Mexican-American restaurateur Caesar Cardini. When it migrated to menus in the U.S., the piquant toss of romaine in olive oil, Dijon, garlic, Parmesan, anchovy, and lemon was an eye-opening addition to any meal. Good on Uptown brasserieBoucheriefor breathing new life into the classic with grilled hearts of romaine and a hint of sweet basil in its croutons.

Lebanon’s Cafeis consistently good, serving traditional Middle Eastern specialties in a pretty dining area and outside patio. Portions are large, including for the beloved gyro salad which comes heaped with delicious meat and vegetables.

The Cantal salad and Parmesan Reggiano salad atSt. James Cheese Companyhave been on the menu pretty much since day one — and there’s good reason they’ve both lasted this long. A cheese lover’s dream, the Cantal salad also also features julienned ham, apples, walnuts, and mixed greens with Dijon vinaigrette dressing. The Parmesan Reggiano, another customer favorite, is mixed greens topped with salami, black olives, grilled artichoke hearts, walnuts, Parmigiano, and vinaigrette dressing.

Good Bird is all about standout salads and sandwiches, and diners won’t miss anything by going for the salads — they’re filling, interesting, and fresh, with a nice balance of protein, vegetables, carbs, and dressing. The Hummingbird, with hummus and a lemony vinaigrette, the Sue Bird, with sweet potatoes and currants, and the Cobb are all customer favorites.

No matter the season, you don’t want to miss the som tam salad atMarjie’s Grill. While ingredients vary depending on the time of year, Chef Marcus pounds fresh seasonal vegetables with chili garlic vinaigrette, dried shrimp, and herbs for a real flavor wallop and plenty of heat. Fingers crossed it never leaves the menu.

Cafe Degason leafy Esplanade in Bayou St. John offers takeout if dining-in doesn’t appeal. The roasted Brussels sprouts salad is hefty enough to make a meal of — thanks to the addition of bacon to add chew and gorgonzola for the perfect tang. Add in bits of red onion and fresh greens along with a sherry vinaigrette for a salad that satisfies.

Of course, the Daily Beet is known for its healthful offerings, ranging from toasts to bowls and smoothies. All three salads are enough to make a satisfying and tasty meal of, but the Mexicali Blues is particularly delightful — acidic balanced out by creamy avocado, black beans, and cotija, with a crunch from tortilla strips, corn, and romaine.

Casual without a whiff of pretense, Emeril Lagasse’sMerilis an ideal addition to his stable of restaurants. The menu’s salad offerings are vast, but one dish manages to stand out. For the famished, the fried chicken salad fills the bill. Made with crunchy iceberg, the mix includes grape tomatoes, apple smoked bacon, blue cheese, and a zippy green goddess ranch.

Meals from the Heart offers some of the best salads in town, alongside a robust menu of healthy breakfast and lunch options that won’t make you hate life. In addition to a crab cake salad and a walnut, raisin, and feta salad that’s perfect topped with grilled salmon, the raw avocado beet salad is a hearty favorite. Raw broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, pistachios and a balsamic house dressing topped with feta makes for a happy meal.

Sneaky Pickle, the friendly vegetable-centric eatery in the Bywater, now in its new Burgundy Street digs, is a super-duper, ongoing ode to fresh and local ingredients. While the menu is constantly changing, the fried tofu and buffalo cauliflower salad is a staple, hearty and satisfying enough to make it a meal with tart, rich flavor, varying textures, and fresh greens to balance it all out.

The salads at this Chalmette Creole Italian classic are the bomb. AtRocky & Carlo’s, a favorite is the bowl of crisp iceberg, celery, Creole tomatoes, pickled green beans, and hard-boiled eggs, all drenched in an olive oil/red wine vinegar Italian dressing.