Panera Menu Nutrition

Restaurant meals are typically high in calories, low in fibre and whole grains, and lack much produce, as though gaining weight wasn't bad enough. Even at Panera, where the healthy halo of fresh ingredients can lead you to believe that everything on the menu is acceptable, this is true. This isn't the case at all. (Chicken Tortellini Alfredo and Frontega Chicken Panini, I'm looking at you!)

Even though dining out is a convenience we all depend on, I combed through the Panera Menu Nutrition specifics for the best options and looked for ways to improve them to help you avoid the nasties and keep it light. Here are some healthier Panera Bread choices.

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Avocado, Lettuce, and Egg White

This sandwich will fill you up and keep you healthy as you start your day. The flat bagel saves about 20 gram of carbohydrates as compared to Panera's whole grain bagel. It also contains sprouted grains, which are easier to consume than traditional whole grain breads. Sprouted grains also improve the nutrients' bioavailability. Because of the avocado's healthy fat, 21 gram of protein (mostly from egg whites), and 7 gram of fibre, this meal will satisfy your appetite and keep you going on busy days (from the bagel and veggies).

Almonds, Quinoa, and Honey Steel Cut Oatmeal

In my opinion, steel cut oats and quinoa are a winning combination. Since the drizzle of honey just adds about a teaspoon of sugar, I can't worry about it. I'd serve it with the Summer Fruit Cup for tea because the only thing missing from this meal is fruit.

Blueberries, Granola, and Cinnamon Crunch Topping on Steel Cut Oatmeal

The steel cut oatmeal base adds a lot to this breakfast. In comparison to cold cereal, oatmeal has been shown to increase feelings of fullness and satisfaction, so if cereal is your morning jam, oatmeal is a good alternative. However, I despise added sugar, so the cinnamon crunch topping will be missed here. One and a half teaspoons of additional sweetener are added to the granola that comes with it. Remove all toppings and replace them with pecans to save even more money. This increases fatty fat intake, which is a good thing.

Sandwich of Vegetables from the Mediterranean

This sandwich was chosen because it has a lot of vegetables layered on it. Instead of the traditional tomato-basil crust, serve it on sourdough. This reduces sodium by 250 mg, which is still a significant amount at 980 mg, but it is a step in the right direction. You will cut the sodium content by another 250 mg by using avocado instead of feta. Avocado adds 4 grams of fibre to your diet while also providing vitamins and nutrients.