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Elevate Your Salad Game with Salad Club's New Offering

Salad Club, a leading name in the ready-to-eat salad segment in Japan, has introduced an exciting new product: the Italian Baby Leaf Mix Salad. Set to hit the shelves on June 5, 2026, this 84g package is available nationwide, excluding Hokkaido and Okinawa, at a retail price of ¥237 (including tax).

A Nutritious Blend

The Italian Baby Leaf Mix Salad features a delightful medley of tender baby leaf greens combined with vibrant vegetables, ensuring a nutritious and visually appealing meal option. The base of the salad comprises lettuce, sunny lettuce, and red cabbage, providing a crisp texture. This is topped with a variety of soft and flavorful baby leaves and two types of bell peppers, showcasing both flavor and color.

Offering a shelf life of four days from the production date, this salad can easily be stocked for later use without sacrificing quality, thereby helping to reduce food waste in homes and businesses. With its versatile design, the salad can be effortlessly enhanced with ingredients like prosciutto, cheese, or tomatoes, creating a beautiful Italian-inspired dish.

Whether you're busy in the morning or searching for a convenient side dish for lunch or dinner, this salad fits perfectly in various dining scenarios, making it an ideal choice for any time of the day.

The Charm of Baby Leaf Greens

Baby leaves, which consist of young plant leaves, are packed with essential nutrients during their early developmental stages. Known for their mild taste and soft texture, they make a delicious addition to any meal while offering health benefits. Freshly harvested baby leaf greens can be enjoyed raw and are perfect for salads, sandwiches, and garnishes.

Product Details

• - Product Name: Italian Baby Leaf Mix Salad
• - Content: 84g
• - Retail Price: ¥237
• - Availability: Nationwide (excluding Hokkaido and Okinawa)
• - Sale Period: Starting from June 5, 2026
• - Website: Salad Club Product

Comments from Koike Baby Leaf Farm

Koike Baby Leaf Farm, located in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, benefits from one of the highest levels of sunlight in Japan, as well as pristine aquifer waters from the foot of the Yatsugatake mountains. By focusing on soil preparation and meticulous water management, they produce robust vegetables with rich flavors that can withstand washing. Their high-quality baby leaves feature a variety of colorful vegetables such as pino green (komatsuna) and kale, which brighten up any plate. They hope that customers will enjoy both the flavor and the visual appeal of their produce.

Creative Recipe Ideas

To enhance your dining experience with the Italian Baby Leaf Mix Salad, Salad Club will be featuring creative recipes on their website from June 4, 2026. Elevate your meal presentations effortlessly!

Caesar Salad with Prosciutto and Soft-Boiled Eggs

A classic Caesar salad gets a refreshing update with the Italian mix.

Instructions:
1. Slice the soft-boiled egg in half.
2. On a plate, arrange the Italian Baby Leaf Mix Salad, place the egg halves, and top it with torn pieces of prosciutto. Drizzle with Kewpie Caesar dressing.
3. Enjoy your elevated salad!

Ham and Cheese Salad Sandwich

A fresh baguette sandwich bursting with colorful salad.

Instructions:
1. Soften the butter to room temperature. Cut the baguette in half and then slice halfway through the thickness.
2. Spread whole grain mustard on the cut sides, and layer with ham, sliced cheese, and the Italian Baby Leaf Mix Salad.
3. Drizzle with Kewpie mayonnaise, assemble, and serve!

About Salad Club

Established in 1999 through a partnership between Kewpie and Mitsubishi Corporation, Salad Club specializes in providing fresh, ready-to-eat salads without the need for washing. With a commitment to quality and convenience, they hold the largest market share in Japan for packaged salads as of December 2025, boasting over 18,200 stores selling their products.

Sustainability Efforts

Salad Club is dedicated to reducing food waste from the farm to the consumer. By establishing stable relationships with producers and promoting sustainable production systems, they aim to minimize food waste at all levels. They are committed to a circular farming model, where waste from vegetable processing is converted into compost, which in turn nourishes new crops. Their efforts in extending the freshness of packaged salads also significantly reduce the likelihood of spoilage in homes and retail outlets.

For more about their sustainability efforts, visit their Sustainability Page.

Committed to Garden-Fresh Meals

Through the vibrant colors of vegetables, Salad Club aspires to enhance meal times, striving towards a balanced and healthy diet, all while encouraging the joy of consuming more vegetables. They remain committed to promoting the allure of salads and contributing positively to global food and health.