The Green Goddess is built around crisp textures, bright flavors, and a nutrient profile that reads like a checklist for people who actually care about what they're eating.

35 grams of protein. Only 17 grams of carbs. Zero added sugar. And a combination of ingredients you won't find in any other delivery salad on the market.

What's Inside the Cup

The Green Goddess starts with the same leafy green blend that anchors most of our protein salads: kale, romaine, green leaf, and spinach. From there, it goes in a completely different direction.

The standout component is a keto celery salad made with fresh celery, jicama, Granny Smith apples, walnut pieces, shaved parmesan, green onions, and parsley, all tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing built from avocado oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, allulose, Dijon mustard, and nonfat Greek yogurt. It adds a crunchy, bright, slightly tart layer that changes the entire personality of the salad.

The protein comes from oven-roasted NAE herb chicken breast, marinated in extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, sea salt, rosemary, black pepper, and dried thyme. It's the same clean, high-quality chicken you'll find across our protein lineup.

English cucumber adds hydration and snap. Roasted sunflower seeds bring a toasty crunch. And the dill cream dressing pulls everything together with nonfat Greek yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, avocado oil, fresh garlic, dill, and parsley. It's creamy without being heavy, herbal without being overpowering.

The Nutrition Breakdown

Here's the full picture per cup:

Calories: 490 | Protein: 35g | Fat: 33g | Carbs: 17g | Fiber: 7g | Sodium: 850mg | Added Sugar: 0g

This is a lighter-calorie option compared to some of our other protein salads, but it's not a light salad. The combination of 35g protein, 7g fiber, and healthy fats from avocado oil, walnuts, and sunflower seeds is specifically designed to keep you satisfied for hours. The fiber content is particularly strong here, coming from a mix of whole-food sources: celery, jicama, leafy greens, apples, and seeds.

Allergen note: Contains milk and walnuts. Gluten-free and peanut-free.

Why These Ingredients Work Together

The Green Goddess ingredient list is long, but nothing is there by accident.

NAE Herb Chicken Breast delivers the same clean, high-quality protein as the rest of our lineup. 35 grams to support muscle recovery, energy, and lasting fullness.

Celery, Jicama, and Granny Smith Apples are the fiber and hydration backbone. Jicama in particular is an underused ingredient in salads. It's crisp, mildly sweet, and packed with prebiotic fiber that supports gut health. Paired with celery's crunch and the tartness of Granny Smith apples, this trio creates a texture and flavor combination that keeps every bite interesting.

Avocado Oil, Walnuts, and Sunflower Seeds provide healthy dietary fats from three different sources. Walnuts are one of the richest plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Avocado oil supports nutrient absorption. Sunflower seeds add a roasted depth. Together, they contribute to satiety and help your body actually absorb the fat-soluble vitamins in all those leafy greens.

Dill Cream Dressing (Greek Yogurt-Based) ties the flavor profile together. The Greek yogurt base adds a probiotic-friendly element while keeping the dressing creamy without excessive calories. Fresh dill, parsley, lemon juice, and garlic give it an herbal brightness that complements the crisp produce without masking it.

Shaved Parmesan adds umami richness and a hit of calcium (500mg per serving, which is 38% of daily value).

Who This Salad Is For

The Green Goddess is a natural fit for anyone who gravitates toward fresh, crisp, produce-forward meals but still wants serious protein and staying power. It works particularly well for people eating low-carb or keto-friendly (17g total carbs with natural sugars from apples and vegetables), anyone focused on gut health and digestion (the fiber from jicama, celery, greens, and seeds supports digestive wellness), and whole-food eaters who want to see recognizable, minimally processed ingredients on the label.

It's also a great option if you're building a mixed weekly pack. Pairing the Green Goddess with something bolder like the Pizza Caesar or the Mike's Hot Honey Chicken Bowl gives you variety without sacrificing nutritional consistency.

How It Stays Fresh

Same approach as every Gardencup meal: hand-made to order, strategically layered to keep wet and dry ingredients separated, shipped in insulated packaging. The crisp produce (celery, jicama, cucumber, apples) holds up especially well over the 5 to 6 day freshness window, making this one of the better options for eating later in the week.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in the Green Goddess salad? 

35 grams per serving, primarily from NAE (No Antibiotics Ever) herb-roasted chicken breast, with additional protein from parmesan cheese, Greek yogurt in the dressings, and sunflower seeds.

Is the Green Goddess keto-friendly? 

It fits most low-carb and keto-friendly eating patterns at 17g total carbs. The carbs come from natural whole-food sources like Granny Smith apples, jicama, and vegetables. For strict keto eaters, it's best described as "keto-friendly" rather than strict keto.

Is the Green Goddess gluten-free? 

Yes. It's gluten-free and peanut-free. It does contain milk (parmesan, yogurt, sour cream) and walnuts.

What is jicama? 

Jicama is a root vegetable with a crisp, slightly sweet flavor similar to a water chestnut or Asian pear. It's high in prebiotic fiber, low in calories, and adds a satisfying crunch to salads. It's one of the ingredients that makes this salad texturally distinctive.

How many calories are in the Green Goddess? 

490 calories per cup. It's one of the lighter options in Gardencup's protein salad lineup while still delivering 35g of protein and 7g of fiber.

Does the Green Goddess contain any added sugar? 

Zero grams of added sugar. The 5g of total sugars come entirely from natural sources like Granny Smith apples and vegetables.

How long does it stay fresh? 

5 to 6 days after delivery. The crisp produce ingredients (celery, jicama, cucumber) hold up particularly well through the end of the week.