French fries are one of the ultimate guilty pleasures of the American diet. The crispy, golden potatoes that perfectly complement a cheeseburger are a staple at fast-food giants like McDonald’s and Burger King, as well as bars and grills across the country.
And now, in a surprise no one saw coming, Sweetgreen — a brand known for its health-conscious menu — is bringing fries to the table for the first time.
Sweetgreen launches french fries to pair with your bowl or salad
In what might be the biggest shocker since the Mavericks traded Luka Dončić, Sweetgreen is rolling out french fries nationwide. The health-focused chain, often compared to Cava and True Food Kitchen, announced Ripple Fries, which are house-made from scratch daily using just five ingredients.
These fries feature fresh, wavy-cut russet potatoes lightly tossed in avocado oil, seasoned with salt and herbs, and air-fried to crispy perfection. They also come with Garlic Aioli and Pickle Ketchup for dipping.
"Creating the perfect french fry is both an art and a science," said Chef Brauze, Head of Culinary at Sweetgreen, in a press release. "We know people love crispy, flavorful fries, so we set out to craft the best un-fried version possible. Ripple Fries deliver the perfect balance of crunch and flavor — great for dipping, snacking, or pairing with any Sweetgreen order."
After a successful trial run in the Los Angeles area, it's great to see that the fries earned their way to a national release after they were hyped up by those who had a chance to try them ahead of time on social media.
That said, who says fries have to be exclusive to fast-food drive-thrus? Sweetgreen is aiming to rewrite the rules with a healthier take on the classic fry — one that lets you indulge without the side of regret.
And for those of us still clinging to our New Year’s resolutions (now entering month three), Ripple Fries might just be the crunchy, salty compromise we need.