El Pollo Loco recently introduced a new salad option that comes in an edible tortilla bowl. With more chains expanding their healthy menu options, this restaurant has found a unique way to set its salads apart from similar products.
The new Signature Avocado Tostadas are a slightly different take on the chain's original Tostada Salads. There are four new salads to choose from and each comes in an edible tortilla bowl. The salads are primarily comprised of grilled chicken breast, rice, Hass avocados, vegetables and various cheeses. There is also a salad that comes with Baja shrimp, for those who are looking for a seafood option.
The new Signature Avocado Tostadas demonstrate how chains are experimenting with more hearty salads for those who are looking for a nutritious meal that does not sacrifice flavor.
Avocado-Filled Tortilla Bowls
The New Salads from El Pollo Loco Come in an Edible Tortilla Bowl
Trend Themes
1. Edible Bowl Salads - Restaurants can innovate by serving salads in edible tortilla bowls for a unique dining experience.
2. Hearty Healthy Salads - Chains can differentiate their healthy menu offerings by incorporating heartier ingredients like grilled chicken and rice.
3. Seafood Salad Options - Seafood-based salads can be a unique and healthier alternative to traditional fast food options.
Industry Implications
1. Fast Food - Fast food chains can incorporate these trends to appeal to customers looking for healthy and unique meal options.
2. Casual Dining - Casual dining restaurants can differentiate themselves by incorporating heartier, healthy salad options in edible bowls.
3. Food Packaging - The trend towards edible bowls creates opportunities for innovation in food packaging, such as creating biodegradable bowls made from sustainable ingredients.