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Golden Corral Garden Salad
From $8.99 350 cal Signature Salads
Romaine, iceberg, and tender spring mix topped with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and croutons. Served with your choice of dressing.
Sizes & Ordering Options
| Option | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Salad (Individual) | $8.99 | 350 |
| Garden Salad (Family) | $12.99 | 770 |
| Garden Salad (Party) | $17.99 | 1250 |
* Prices may vary by location. Last updated 05 August 2026.
About Garden Salad
Golden Corral Garden Salad costs from $8.99 as a To Go item and carries 350 calories. Mixed greens with tomato, cucumber, carrot and red onion, dressed at the table so the leaves stay crisp instead of wilting in transit.
The salad bar is the most underused station in the building. Starting a buffet trip here rather than at the carving block changes the entire calorie profile of the visit, and the bar carries enough toppings to make a full meal. Add tuna salad or grilled chicken for protein. The recipe below is about technique rather than ingredients: how to dress a salad so it does not go soggy.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving · Based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Nutrient Amount % DV
Calories 350 kcal 18%
Nutritional values are based on standard recipes and may vary by location or customization. Compare this item with the rest of the menu on our Golden Corral Nutrition Facts page. Updated 05 August 2026.
How to Make Garden Salad at Home?
A salad is assembly, so the technique is what matters: dry leaves, dressing added last, and a bowl big enough to toss properly.
Ingredients
Salad
House Vinaigrette
Directions
0 of 8 steps
Tips
- Dress just before serving. A dressed salad is on a timer.
- Salt the tomatoes separately five minutes ahead. It makes them taste like tomatoes.
- Use your hands to toss. Tongs bruise leaves.
Variations
- Add grilled chicken for a full meal.
- Swap vinaigrette for ranch, the most ordered dressing on any buffet.
- Add avocado and sunflower seeds for a heartier bowl.
Serving Ideas
- Serve as a first plate before the hot line, buffet style.
- Top with tuna or seafood salad from the cold bar.
- Serve alongside pizza for a lighter tray.
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How much is a garden salad at Golden Corral?
The To Go salad costs from $8.99. Dine in guests get the full salad bar with the buffet price, which includes unlimited trips.
How many calories are in a Golden Corral garden salad?
The To Go portion carries 350 calories before dressing. Dressing often doubles a salad, so measure it if you are tracking.
What is on the Golden Corral salad bar?
Mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, carrot, onion, cheese, croutons, prepared salads like coleslaw and potato salad, and a full dressing station.
Is the salad bar included in the buffet price?
Yes. Every buffet ticket includes the salad bar, the soup station, the hot line and the dessert bar.
What is the healthiest way to eat at a buffet?
Start at the salad bar, take the protein second, and treat the carving station and dessert as the finish. Build your exact plate in the nutrition calculator first.
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