Chili's Quesadilla Explosion Salad Price and Calories (November 2026)
Thinking about ordering the Quesadilla Explosion Salad at Chili's? Good choice. Here is exactly what it costs, what comes with it and how many calories you are signing up for.
The Chili's Quesadilla Explosion Salad costs $16.29–$18.29 and has 1180 calories. You'll find it on the salads and soups menu.
Quesadilla Explosion Salad quick info
- Price
- $16.29–$18.29
- Calories
- 1180
- Menu section
- Salads and Soups
- In 3 For Me
- No
- Prices checked
- November 3, 2026
What Comes With the Quesadilla Explosion Salad?
Here's what Chili's puts on the plate, in its own words: "Your choice of protein, cheese, tomatoes, corn salsa, tortilla strips, cilantro with citrus-balsamic. Topped with our cheese quesadillas. Dressing served on the side."
How Much Is the Quesadilla Explosion Salad at Chili's?
Prices change from one Chili's to the next, so here is what the Quesadilla Explosion Salad cost at each of the six restaurants we checked. The gap between the cheapest and the priciest was $2.00.
| Chili's location | Price |
|---|---|
| Allen, Texas | $16.29 |
| Atlanta, Georgia | $16.39 |
| Chicago, Illinois | $17.29 |
| Orlando, Florida | $17.39 |
| Staten Island, New York | $17.59 |
| Long Beach, California | $18.29 |
Within the salads and soups menu, the Quesadilla Explosion Salad is the 6th cheapest of 8 items.
Quesadilla Explosion Salad Calories
Chili's lists the Quesadilla Explosion Salad at 1180 calories. That's more than the salads and soups average of about 707 calories.
For general nutrition advice, 2,000 calories a day is used, but calorie needs vary. Check the official Chili's nutrition guide for allergens and full nutrition facts.
Quesadilla Explosion Salad vs Other Chili's Salads and Soups
Not sure it's the one? Here is how it compares with the rest of the salads and soups menu.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Quesadilla Explosion Salad (this one) | $16.29–$18.29 | 1180 |
| Side House Salad | $5.89–$7.29 | 260–380 |
| Cup of Soup | $6.29–$7.79 | 200–220 |
| Bowl of Soup | $7.69–$8.99 | 390–430 |
| Soup & House Salad | $10.89–$12.59 | Varies |
| Santa Fe Salad | $16.29–$18.29 | 540 |
| Santa Fe Crispers Salad | $17.29–$19.29 | 780 |
More Chili's salads and soups
How to Order the Quesadilla Explosion Salad
- 1
Open the Chili's app
Or go to chilis.com and pick your nearest restaurant.
- 2
Find the Quesadilla Explosion Salad
It sits under Salads and Soups on the menu.
- 3
Customize it
Swap sides, add sauces or remove toppings before you add it to your cart.
- 4
Pick up and save
Choose pickup to keep the menu price, and use your rewards at checkout.
Pro Tips
- Check your local price: in our check it ranged from $16.29 in Allen, Texas to $18.29 in Long Beach, California.
- Cheap lunch: Soup & House Salad is one of the lowest-priced full meals at Chili's.
- Grilled or crispy: the grilled salads have fewer calories than the Crispers versions.
What we like
- A Chili's salads and soup favorite
Keep in mind
- Over 1,000 calories at the top of its range
- Pricier than most salads and soups
- Costs up to $2.00 more in some cities
FAQs: You May Want to Know
Prices come from Chili's online ordering menus at six restaurants, checked November 3, 2026. Your Chili's may charge a different price. ChilisMenu.net is not affiliated with Chili's.