Salad.Now API

curl https://app.salad.now/v1/health

{
  "ok": true,
  "service": "salad-app-api",
  "now": "2026-02-17T17:52:33.999Z"
}

curl https://app.salad.now/v1/sotd

{
  "ok": true,
  "data": {
    "slug": "honey-mustard-chicken",
    "title": "Honey Mustard Chicken Salad",
    "intro": "Tender chicken over crunchy greens with apples, cucumbers, cheddar, and toasted pecans...",
    "prep_time": "26 min",
    "prep_minutes": 26,
    "servings_count": 4,
    "calories": 620,
    "macros": {
      "protein": "74",
      "carbs": "24",
      "fat": "34"
    },
    "is_vegan": false,
    "is_vegetarian": false,
    "collection": "Bistro Classics",
    "ingredients": [
      { "quantity": "1 1/4 lb", "item": "chicken cutlets" },
      { "quantity": "6 cups", "item": "mixed greens" },
      { "quantity": "1", "item": "crisp apple, thinly sliced" },
      { "quantity": "1", "item": "English cucumber, sliced" },
      { "quantity": "1/2 cup", "item": "shredded carrots" },
      { "quantity": "3/4 cup", "item": "shredded sharp cheddar" },
      { "quantity": "1/2 cup", "item": "pecans, toasted and roughly chopped" },
      { "quantity": "2 tbsp", "item": "extra-virgin olive oil" },
      { "quantity": "3/4 tsp", "item": "sea salt, divided" },
      { "quantity": "1/2 tsp", "item": "black pepper" },
      { "quantity": "1/3 cup", "item": "plain Greek yogurt (for dressing)" },
      { "quantity": "2 tbsp", "item": "mayonnaise" },
      { "quantity": "1 1/2 tbsp", "item": "Dijon mustard" },
      { "quantity": "1 tbsp", "item": "whole grain mustard" },
      { "quantity": "1 1/2 tbsp", "item": "honey" },
      { "quantity": "1 tbsp", "item": "apple cider vinegar" },
      { "quantity": "1 clove", "item": "garlic, grated (optional)" }
    ],
    "steps": [
      {
        "title": "Prep the greens and toppings",
        "text": "Wash and dry the greens thoroughly. Slice cucumber and thinly slice the apple...",
        "meta": ["Prep 8 min", "Add nuts at the end"]
      },
      {
        "title": "Sear the chicken",
        "text": "Season chicken with half the salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat...",
        "meta": ["Cook 8-10 min", "Rest before slicing"]
      },
      {
        "title": "Whisk the honey-mustard dressing",
        "text": "Whisk Greek yogurt, mayo, Dijon, whole grain mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar...",
        "meta": ["Mix 2 min", "More honey = sweeter"]
      },
      {
        "title": "Assemble the salad",
        "text": "Toss greens with about half the dressing. Add cucumber, carrots, cheddar, and apple.",
        "meta": ["Assemble 3 min", "Dress lightly first"]
      },
      {
        "title": "Finish and serve",
        "text": "Top with sliced chicken and sprinkle toasted pecans over everything.",
        "meta": ["Serve right away", "Crunchy pecans on top"]
      }
    ],
    "substitutions": [
      "Swap chicken for turkey or pork tenderloin medallions.",
      "Use walnuts or almonds instead of pecans.",
      "Swap cheddar for crumbled blue cheese for a bolder flavor."
    ],
    "related": ["steak-arugula", "greek-chicken", "chicken-caesar"],
    "images": {
      "hero": {
        "src": "https://m1.salad.now/honey-mustard-chicken.png",
        "alt": "Honey mustard chicken salad with apples, cheddar, and pecans"
      }
    }
  }
}

curl "https://app.salad.now/v1/salads?diet=vegan&max_prep_time=20&limit=3"

{
  "ok": true,
  "data": [
    {
      "slug": "bean-trio-salad",
      "title": "Bean Trio Salad",
      "intro": "A bright, crunchy three-bean salad with celery, herbs, and a tangy-sweet vinaigrette...",
      "prep_minutes": 15,
      "calories": 415,
      "protein_grams": 17,
      "is_vegan": true,
      "is_vegetarian": true,
      "image": { "src": "https://m1.salad.now/bean_trio_salad.png" }
    },
    {
      "slug": "berry-spinach",
      "title": "Berry Spinach",
      "intro": "Fresh spinach and juicy strawberries tossed with a sweet-tangy sesame poppy dressing.",
      "prep_minutes": 10,
      "calories": 230,
      "protein_grams": 3,
      "is_vegan": true,
      "is_vegetarian": true,
      "image": { "src": "https://m1.salad.now/berry_spinach.png" }
    },
    {
      "slug": "lemon-garden-salad",
      "title": "Lemon Garden Salad",
      "intro": "Juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and chopped onion tossed with fresh lemon...",
      "prep_minutes": 10,
      "calories": 35,
      "protein_grams": 1,
      "is_vegan": true,
      "is_vegetarian": true,
      "image": { "src": "https://m1.salad.now/lemon_garden_salad.png" }
    }
  ],
  "meta": {
    "total": 3,
    "limit": 3,
    "offset": 0
  }
}

curl https://app.salad.now/v1/salads/berry-spinach

{
  "ok": true,
  "data": {
    "slug": "berry-spinach",
    "title": "Berry Spinach",
    "intro": "Fresh spinach and juicy strawberries tossed with a sweet-tangy sesame poppy dressing.",
    "prep_time": "10 min",
    "prep_minutes": 10,
    "servings_count": 4,
    "calories": 230,
    "macros": { "protein": "3", "carbs": "22", "fat": "16" },
    "is_vegan": true,
    "is_vegetarian": true,
    "collection": "Bistro Classics",
    "why_we_love_it": "Sweet strawberries + crisp spinach + a quick homemade dressing...",
    "tip": "Whisk the dressing until the sugar mostly dissolves for the smoothest texture.",
    "leftovers": "Best fresh. Store undressed salad and dressing separately up to 24 hours.",
    "ingredients": [
      { "quantity": "10 oz", "item": "fresh spinach, rinsed, dried, and torn" },
      { "quantity": "2 cups", "item": "strawberries, hulled and sliced" },
      { "quantity": "1/4 cup", "item": "vegetable oil" },
      { "quantity": "1/4 cup", "item": "white sugar" },
      { "quantity": "2 tbsp", "item": "white wine vinegar" },
      { "quantity": "1 tbsp", "item": "sesame seeds" },
      { "quantity": "1 1/2 tsp", "item": "poppy seeds" },
      { "quantity": "1/8 tsp", "item": "paprika" }
    ],
    "steps": [
      {
        "title": "Mix the dressing",
        "text": "Whisk oil, sugar, vinegar, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and paprika...",
        "meta": ["3 min"]
      },
      {
        "title": "Prep the produce",
        "text": "Rinse spinach and dry very well, then tear into bite-size pieces...",
        "meta": ["5 min"]
      },
      {
        "title": "Assemble",
        "text": "Add spinach to a large bowl and scatter strawberries over the top.",
        "meta": ["1 min"]
      },
      {
        "title": "Dress and serve",
        "text": "Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until coated. Serve immediately.",
        "meta": ["1 min"]
      }
    ],
    "substitutions": [
      "Reduce sugar to 2 tbsp for a less-sweet dressing",
      "Swap white wine vinegar for apple cider vinegar",
      "Add sliced almonds or walnuts for crunch"
    ],
    "related": ["market-house-salad", "citrus-greens"],
    "images": {
      "hero": {
        "src": "https://m1.salad.now/berry_spinach.png",
        "alt": "Spinach and strawberry salad in a large serving bowl"
      }
    },
    "checkout_url": "https://www.instacart.com/store/shopping_lists/..."
  }
}

curl https://app.salad.now/openapi.json