California Pizza Kitchen(CPK),a casual dining restaurant chain in the US,has introduced five globally-inspired new additions to the menu with an emphasis on flavor and lower calorie counts.
The new menu additions include Quinoa+Arugula Salad,Fire-Roasted Chile Relleno,Shrimp Scampi Zucchini Fettuccine,Grilled Chicken Chimichurri,and Cedar Plank Salmon.
The Quinoa+Arugula Salad(610 calories)features the quinoa,which is known for its high protein content.The Fire-Roasted Chili Relleno(380 calories),a deep-fried Mexican dish,is lightened up with a fire-roasted cooking technique that adds a smoky flavor.
The Shrimp Scampi Zucchini Fettuccine(550 calories)offers a low-carb option by replacing 80%of the traditional fettuccine noodles with zucchini ribbons.
The Grilled Chicken Chimichurri(550 calories)highlights a traditional Argentinean condiment with mildly spicy notes.The Cedar Plank Salmon(640 calories),served with a side of white corn and spinach succotash,features omega-rich salmon,roasted on a cedar plank to infuse the filet with a smoky flavor without using butter or oil.
