Healthy Fast Food
When diets crash, they crash hard from overcommitment. But most don't know how to cheat without even cheating.
Chick-fil-A
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Always opt for grilled over fried. It's higher in protein and lower in calories and grease.
Grilled Nuggets
Choose grilled nuggets (8-count) instead of fried. You can keep the fries.
Starbucks
Oatmeal
Oatmeal and dried fruit are high in fiber and protein to keep you full longer.
Black Coffee or Americano
Skip the sugary drinks. Black coffee or an Americano provides antioxidants without added calories. Don't skimp on the milk if needed.
McDonald's
Egg McMuffin
A classic breakfast option with protein from the egg and Canadian bacon. No hash browns.
Artisan Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Grilled chicken breast on a bun. Remove the mayo to reduce calories and fat.
Apple Slices
Choose apple slices as a side instead of fries. Natural sugars and fiber make this a better choice.
Sonic
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Grilled chicken breast with lettuce and tomato. Skip the mayo and opt for mustard instead.
Jr. Burger
Smaller portion size means fewer calories. Add extra vegetables and skip the cheese.
Popeyes
Blackened Chicken Tenders
Blackened tenders are grilled instead of fried, significantly reducing calories and fat.
Subway
6-inch Turkey Breast on Wheat
Lean protein on whole grain bread. Load up on vegetables and skip high-calorie sauces like mayo or oil.
Oven Roasted Chicken
Oven-roasted chicken is lower in sodium than processed meats. Choose whole grain bread and add plenty of vegetables.
Panda Express
String Bean Chicken Breast
Steamed chicken with vegetables. Lower in calories and sodium compared to fried options.
Broccoli Beef
Steamed broccoli with beef. Good source of protein and vegetables. Choose steamed rice over fried rice.
