Skip the cooking. These five Costco deli sides — from the kale and ancient grains salad to the tortellini tray and street corn — are honest picks worth the fridge space, all under $20.
1. Kirkland Signature Kale & Ancient Grains Salad (Quinoa Salad)
Price: About $5.66/lb; 32-oz tray $9-$12 · Where: Deli case, refrigerated prepared-salads section · Serves: 8-10 side portions per 32-oz tray
The lemony dressing keeps the kale, quinoa, chickpeas, almonds and dried cranberries bright, not soggy — one of the few Costco salads that still tastes fresh on day two. Skip if you don’t like a tart dressing or find raw kale too chewy.
2. Kirkland Signature Chicken Salad (made with rotisserie chicken)
Price: Roughly $6.99/lb; tub $10-$14 · Where: Deli case, near the rotisserie chicken · Serves: 6-8 sandwich or salad portions
Big, tender chunks of rotisserie chicken in a creamy, celery-forward dressing — tastes homemade and holds well for three days. Best on a croissant, over greens, or with crackers. Skip if you prefer a lighter, mayo-free version.
3. Kirkland Signature Tri-Color Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad
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Price: About $7.37/lb; trays $13-$16 · Where: Deli case, refrigerated prepared-meals · Serves: 10-12 side portions per tray
Tender tortellini with salami, mozzarella pearls, black olives, grape tomatoes and Italian vinaigrette — genuinely a meal on its own and pairs beautifully with grilled chicken or a rotisserie. Skip if you avoid cured meats or want something lower in sodium.
4. Kirkland Signature Broccoli Salad with Walnuts & Poppyseed Dressing
Price: Around $14.99-$15.99 per bagged kit · Where: Refrigerated produce/salad-kit wall · Serves: 6 generous side portions
Crunchy broccoli florets, Asiago, walnuts, dried cranberries and a sweet poppyseed dressing — the broccoli stays crisp even after dressing, which is rare. Best next to ham, roast chicken, or a summer barbecue plate. Skip if you want a savory salad; the poppyseed dressing leans sweet.
5. Kirkland Signature Mexican-Style Street Corn Salad
Price: About $7.25/lb; trays $9-$13 · Where: Refrigerated prepared-meals, near tamales/quesadillas · Serves: 8-10 side portions per tray
Sweet corn, bell peppers, cotija and a lightly creamy dressing with a real chili kick — a fresh change from the usual mayo-heavy sides. Great with grilled chicken, tacos, or burgers. Skip if you’re spice-sensitive; it does have noticeable heat.
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