Quiznos Offers Low-Calorie Surf 'n' Turf Salads for Summer

DENVER, July 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In a study of healthy dining trends in the US¹ released earlier this month by Mintel Group LTD, consumers reported that demand for healthful restaurant options are more vital than ever. With less than 500 calories each, Quiznos two, chef-inspired Surf and Turf salads satisfy customer cravings for something low-calorie and delicious. 

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"Diners see dining out as time to indulge, which means the industry needs to do more to hit both menu marks to create appealing "craveable" foods that are healthful," said Kathy Hayden, Foodservice Analyst for Mintel.

The new Black & Blue Salad features high quality black-angus steak that is heated in the toaster with blue cheese crumbles and topped with fresh cut red onions, diced tomatoes, served on seasonal lettuce and topped off with fat-free Balsamic Vinaigrette.

The fan favorite Lobster & Seafood Salad boasts lobster and fresh, diced tomatoes accented by Quiznos signature Buttermilk Ranch dressing and a lemon wedge served on a bed of seasonal lettuces.

"We know our guests love our quality ingredients and also expect innovation from Quiznos.  We are providing two great choices with both our great lobster salad and bringing back a fan favorite Black & Blue salad," Susan Lintonsmith, Chief Marketing Officer.  "We are featuring both recipes as salads but also making them available in a sub version.  With high quality ingredients like black-angus steak and lobster in these two limited time options, we are able to satisfy our guests demand for innovative, low-calorie options."

Quiznos understands that the two new salads and subs come with tough decisions to be had, so the brand recently launched an interactive microsite poll that helps customers with their big decision. The 'Surf vs. Turf' site allows customers and fans to answer a series of questions to determine whether they are better suited for surf or turf. At the end of the game, players have the opportunity to enter for a chance to enter into a sweepstakes to win an all expense paid beach getaway, a trip to dude ranch, or $5,000 cash.

Customers can access the Quiznos Surf vs. Turf challenge at http://www.surfvsturf.com. Each salad is available for a limited time at participating locations.

About Quiznos
Denver‐based Quiznos is a chain designed for today's busy consumers who are looking for a high quality, tasty, freshly prepared alternative to traditional fast‐food restaurants. With locations in 50 states and 30 countries, Quiznos is one of the world's premier quick‐service restaurant chains and pioneer of the toasted sandwich, Quiznos restaurants offer creative, chef‐created sandwiches and salads using premium ingredients. Quiznos was founded in 1981 by chefs who discovered that toasting brought out the best in every sandwich ingredient.  For more information, please visit www.quiznos.com or www.facebook.com/quiznos.

¹Hayden,Kathy. "Healthy Dining Trends-US-July 2013." Mintel Group LTD, July 2013. Web. 24 July 2013.

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