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Texas Roadhouse Cactus Blossom Nutrition

Texas Roadhouse's signature appetizer — a whole onion hand-carved and deep-fried into a golden "blossom," served with Cajun horseradish sauce.

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Diet Compatibility

Keto236g carbs exceeds keto limit
High Protein25g protein per serving
Low Sodium5000mg sodium (high)
Low Calorie2250 calories
Keto:236g carbs — not remotely keto
High Protein:Only 25g protein for 2,250 calories
Low Sodium:5,000mg sodium (217% DV)
Low Calorie:2,250 calories — highest on menu

2250

Calories

135g

Fat

236g

Carbs

25g

Protein

Nutrition Facts

Cactus Blossom · Full blossom

Calories2250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat135g 173%
Saturated Fat26g 130%
Cholesterol15mg 5%
Sodium5,000mg 217%
Total Carbs236g 86%
Dietary Fiber19g 68%
Total Sugars36g
Protein25g 50%

* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ordering Tips

  • ✓ALWAYS share — at 2,250 cal, splitting 4 ways = 563 cal each (still substantial)
  • ✓The dipping sauce adds roughly 150-200 additional calories per serving
  • ✓Highest calorie item on the entire Texas Roadhouse menu
  • ✓If dining solo, consider Fried Pickles (550 cal) as a lower-calorie fried appetizer
  • ✓Contains more sodium (5,000mg) than two full days' recommended intake

What Is It?

The Cactus Blossom is a large sweet onion that's been hand-cut to open like a flower, battered, and deep-fried until golden and crispy. It's similar to the famous "Bloomin' Onion" at Outback. At 2,250 calories for the full appetizer, it's designed to share among 4+ people.

Compare With Similar Appetizers

ItemCalProteinFatSodium
Cactus Blossom ★225025g135g5,000mg
Fried Pickles5506g38g2,580mg
Rattlesnake Bites56025g36g1,430mg
Cheese Fries (Reg)124038g65g5,400mg
Nutrition values may vary by location and preparation. Use our Texas Roadhouse nutrition calculator to build a complete meal with this appetizer plus entrées, sides, and drinks.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories in a Texas Roadhouse Cactus Blossom?▼

2,250 calories for the whole blossom. That's more than most people's entire daily calorie needs. Shared 4 ways, it's about 563 calories per person (before dipping sauce).

How many people should share a Cactus Blossom?▼

At minimum 4 people. Splitting between 4 people gives each person about 563 calories, 34g fat, and 59g carbs — which is still a heavy appetizer.

What is a healthier alternative to the Cactus Blossom?▼

Fried Pickles (550 cal) give you the fried appetizer experience at 75% fewer calories. Or try Rattlesnake Bites (560 cal) for a cheesy fried option.

Is the Cactus Blossom the same as a Bloomin' Onion?▼

Very similar concept — both are large onions cut to "bloom" open and deep-fried. Texas Roadhouse calls theirs the Cactus Blossom. Nutritionally they're comparable at 2,000+ calories.

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