Santa Fe Salad
Cheesecake Factory Santa Fe Salad costs $18.50 and delivers 1,670 calories, 112g fat, 108g carbs, and 68 grams of protein. Marinated charbroiled chicken breast tosses with fresh sweet corn, black beans, mixed cheese, tortilla strips, tomatoes, and spicy peanut-cilantro vinaigrette.
Santa Fe Salad Portion Sizes
Cheesecake Factory Santa Fe Salad costs $18.50. Diners can request spicy peanut-cilantro vinaigrette on the side to eliminate 490 calories, or omit tortilla strips and cheese for reduced carbs and sodium.
What Is in the Santa Fe Salad?
Cheesecake Factory Santa Fe Salad combines marinated charbroiled chicken breast, sweet fresh corn, slow-simmered black beans, shredded cheese, crisp corn tortilla strips, tomatoes, romaine, and scratch spicy peanut-cilantro vinaigrette.
- Marinated Charbroiled Chicken Breast Tender chicken cutlets marinated with Southwestern herbs and charbroiled juicy
- Sweet Fresh Corn Kernels Whole sweet yellow corn kernels providing crisp, natural sweetness
- Seasoned Simmered Black Beans Slow-simmered black beans providing creamy texture, fiber, and plant iron
- Shredded Jack & Cheddar Cheese Blend of Monterey Jack and sharp cheddar cheeses adding savory dairy richness
- Crispy Corn Tortilla Strips Thinly cut corn tortillas flash-fried crisp for Southwestern crunch
- Vine-Ripened Diced Tomatoes Freshly chopped plum tomatoes providing clean acidity and garden brightness
- Crisp Romaine Lettuce Hearts Chilled chopped romaine lettuce providing clean leafy structure and hydration
- House Spicy Peanut-Cilantro Vinaigrette Scratch emulsion of roasted peanuts, fresh cilantro, garlic, vinegar, and chili spices
What Allergens Are in Santa Fe Salad?
Cheesecake Factory Santa Fe Salad contains peanuts from spicy peanut-cilantro vinaigrette, milk from Jack and cheddar cheeses, and soy from marinade oils.
Diners with peanut allergies must avoid this dish. Diners seeking gluten-safe meals can review verified options on the gluten-free menu.
Cheesecake Factory Santa Fe Salad Nutrition Facts
One serving (1 full salad bowl with grilled chicken & tortilla strips (620g)) provides 1,670 calories, 112g total fat, 108g carbohydrates, and 68g protein — verified nutrition facts and daily value percentages.
Nutrition Facts
Can You Customize Santa Fe Salad?
Guests can customize Santa Fe Salad by ordering spicy peanut-cilantro vinaigrette on the side to save 490 calories, choosing the weekday lunch portion, or omitting fried tortilla strips and cheese for reduced carbs and sodium.
| Preparation Style | Price | Calories | Total Fat | Carbs | Fiber | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Dinner Platter (Standard Peanut Vinaigrette) | $18.50 | 1670 cal | 112g | 108g | 16g | 68g | 2340mg |
| Lunch Favorites Portion (Until 5 PM) | $18.50 | 1190 cal | 82g | 72g | 12g | 44g | 1680mg |
| Peanut Vinaigrette on Side (Light Prep) | $18.50 | 1180 cal | 68g | 86g | 16g | 60g | 1620mg |
| Without Tortilla Strips & Cheese | $18.50 | 1290 cal | 84g | 82g | 14g | 56g | 1820mg |
| 2-Person Shared Portion | $9.25 | 835 cal | 56g | 54g | 8g | 34g | 1170mg |
Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Fe Salad
Common questions regarding Cheesecake Factory Santa Fe Salad prices, calorie counts, peanut allergy notices, and dairy-free options receive direct factual answers. Check local operating hours and kitchen cutoffs before dining.
01 What comes in Cheesecake Factory Santa Fe Salad? ▼
Cheesecake Factory Santa Fe Salad features marinated grilled chicken breast, fresh sweet corn, black beans, shredded cheese, crispy tortilla strips, tomatoes, and romaine tossed in house spicy peanut-cilantro vinaigrette.
The dish is available on the salads menu for $18.50.
02 How many calories are in Santa Fe Salad? ▼
A full dinner order contains 1,670 calories, 112g fat, 108g carbohydrates, and 68g protein.
Ordering peanut-cilantro dressing on the side lowers total intake to 1,180 calories, while omitting tortilla strips cuts carbohydrates to 82 grams.
03 Is Santa Fe Salad safe for peanut allergies? ▼
No, Santa Fe Salad is not safe for peanut allergies because the signature dressing is a spicy peanut-cilantro vinaigrette made with real roasted peanuts.
Diners with peanut allergies should order Barbeque Ranch Chicken Salad or Caesar Salad instead.
04 Is Cheesecake Factory Santa Fe Salad gluten-free? ▼
Yes, the salad components are naturally gluten-friendly when prepared with standard corn tortilla strips and grilled chicken.
Diners avoiding gluten should inform staff so kitchen prep lines assemble the salad in sanitized stainless steel bowls, as noted on the gluten-free menu.
05 Can diners order Santa Fe Salad dairy-free? ▼
Yes, guests can order the salad dairy-free by asking to omit the shredded Jack and cheddar cheese blend.
Black beans, sweet corn, and spicy peanut dressing provide rich creaminess without dairy cheeses.
06 What is the difference between Santa Fe Salad and Barbeque Ranch Chicken Salad? ▼
Santa Fe Salad features spicy peanut-cilantro vinaigrette and black beans with 68 grams of protein.
In contrast, Barbeque Ranch Chicken Salad features barbecue ranch dressing and crispy fried onion strings with 68 grams of protein.
