But a judge agreed with Burger King that assembling salads and broiling burgers counted as processing.

FORBES: Burgers, Snow and Pork

Chicken, bunless "sandwiches, " salads and fruit have all made their way to the major burger chains and not simply to satisfy dieting consumers.

FORBES: Healthy Choices Supersizing Fast-Food Firms

Earlier this year, Burger King launched its biggest-ever menu expansion including fruit smoothies, snack wraps and new salads.

MSN: Burger King hops on bacon bandwagon for dessert