# Hearty Steak Salads MCalister’s Deli Just Rolled Out a New Steak and Gorgonzola Salad By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2022-02-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-and-gorgonzola-salad References: [fastfoodpost](https://www.fastfoodpost.com/mcalisters-deli-adds-new-steak-and-gorgonzola-salad-and-loaded-steak-spud-as-part-of-new-steak-menu/) & [mcalistersdeli](https://www.mcalistersdeli.com/menu/what-s-new/steak-and-gorgonzola-salad)  This spring, steak is the star ingredient at McAlister’s Deli as the brand launched three new steak-centric offerings: the Steak and White Cheddar Sandwich, the Steak and Gorgonzola Salad, and a Loaded Steak Spud. All of McAlister’s Deli's new steak-centric dishes are limited-time offerings. First up is the Steak and White Cheddar Sandwich, which combines seared sirloin steak with aged white cheddar, wilted spinach, herb mayo, Dijon horseradish sauce, and crispy onions on a toasted ciabatta roll. For something a bit lighter, the Steak and Gorgonzola Salad pairs the same seared sirloin steak, with Gorgonzola cheese, applewood smoked bacon, green onion, tomato, red onion, and mixed greens. Lastly, the new Loaded Steak Spud features a baked potato stuffed with seared sirloin steak, cheddar jack cheese, applewood smoked bacon, and green onion. Image Credit: McAlister’s Deli ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Steak-centric Offerings:** The trend of offering steak-centered limited-time menus provides an opportunity for brands to cater to carnivorous foodies. - **Gourmet Salad Innovation:** There is an opportunity for innovation in the gourmet salad industry, as seen with McAlister's Steak and Gorgonzola Salad. - **Loaded Potato Variations:** The trend of stuffing potatoes with meat and cheese creates a unique selling point for brands offering potato-based dishes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Quick-service Restaurants:** Quick-service restaurants can capitalize on the trend of offering limited-time steak-centered menus to attract more carnivorous customers. - **Gourmet Salad Shops:** Gourmet salad shops have the opportunity to innovate by introducing unique ingredient combinations and offering a wide variety of salad dressings. - **Fast Casual Restaurants:** Fast casual restaurants can incorporate loaded potato variations into their menus, providing customers with unique, hearty options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Summertime Deli Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcalisters-deli-limited-time-offerings.md) - [Romantic Deli Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcalisters-deli-restaurant.md) - [Summery Cobb Salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-goddess-cobb.md) - [Corned Beef-Stuffed Potatoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corned-beef-spud.md) - [Crunchy Asian-Inspired Salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asian-crunch-salad.md) - [Sandwich Cookie-Studded Cheesecakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-oreo-cheesecake.md) - [Ribeye Steak-Topped Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steakhouse-pizza.md) - [Caramelized Garlic Steak Proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramelized-garlic-steak.md) - [Southern-Inspired Summer Salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-salads.md)