1 ARBY’S
Roast Turkey Farmhouse Salad with ⅓ Packet Lite Italian Dressing
237 calories, 13.4 g fat, 7 g saturated fat, 1,110 mg sodium, 8.7 g carbs, 2 g fiber, 5.7 g sugar, 22 g protein
Get your hit of poultry (one of the 29 Best Proteins for Weight Loss) plus 23 grams of muscle-building protein—minus the trans fats and starchy bread that comes along with most of the other menu items. This is the healthiest order at Arby’s, and one of the most delicious. And bonus, it has bacon! It doesn’t get much better than that!
2 BURGER KING
Hamburger
230 calories, 9 g fat, 3 saturated fat, 460 mg sodium, 26 g carbs, 1 g fiber, 6 g sugar, 9 protein
It may be hard to believe, but one of the best orders from BK comes served between two fluffy buns. Thanks to its low calorie, fat and sodium count, the King’s classic hamburger is a safe and satisfying bet for anyone trying to maintain their flat belly. In fact, the sandwich is so healthy compared to the competition that it’s one of these 11 Diet Expert-Approved Orders from Burger King.
3 CARL’S JR.
Turkey Burger, No Mayo
380 calories, 10 g fat, 2.5 g saturated fat, 880 mg sodium, 45 g carbs, 3 g fiber, 10 g sugar, 29 g protein
Carl's Jr. may have the raciest ads in fast food land, but some of its offerings are downright respectable, starting with its line of 500-calorie-or-less turkey burgers and Chicken Stars, the chain's version of nuggets that clock in at just over 40 calories apiece. But to create a meal with the very best nutritional profile, stick with the classic Turkey Burger and have them hold the mayo. (It also comes slathered in their Special Sauce, so you won’t even miss it!) This easy alternation will save you more than 100 calories and 12 grams of fat.
Whatever you wind up ordering, be sure to steer clear of the chain's menu item that makes our list of the Worst “Healthy” Fast Food in America.
4 CHICK-FIL-A
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
320 calories, 5 g fat, 1.5 g saturated fat, 800 mg sodium, 40 g carbs, 3 g fiber, 7 g sugar, 30 g protein
Choosing this protein-packed, low-cal sandwich over the chain’s Chicken Salad variety saves you 180 calories and 15 grams of fat—leaving plenty of room for a healthy dessert if you’re still hungry. We recommend grabbing a 50-calorie fruit cup to fill your belly and add immunity-boosting vitamin C to your meal.
For more healthy menu options from the fast-food chain, check out these Chick-Fil-A Items Nutritionists Order.
5 CHIPOTLE
Chicken, Pinto Bean and Veggie Salad
365 calories, 9 g fat, 3 g saturated fat, 1,160 mg sodium, 36 g carbs, 14.5 g fiber, 9 g sugar, 42 g protein
“When I eat salad, I use it as an opportunity to get some of my carbohydrates from beans. [At Chipotle] I ask for double the veggies so I'm fully satisfied and getting the most nutrients I can,” says registered dietitian and personal trainer Jim White. To recreate White’s go-to order, ask for a romaine lettuce base with one scoop of chicken, two scoops of fajita vegetables, one scoop of pinto beans and tomato salsa.
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6 DOMINO’S
Grilled Chicken and Jalapeno Pepper Pizza on Brooklyn-Style Crust
Two medium slices, 390 calories, 15 g fat, 5 g saturated fat, 1,090 mg sodium, 4 g sugar, 18 g protein
Indulging in a slice or two of pizza doesn’t have to come with a side of guilt. In fact, we give you permission to dig into not one, but two, slices of this create-your-own pie. The grilled chicken is the leanest meat on the menu and toppings like jalapenos add a kick of metabolism-boosting fiery flavor without provolone-sized calories. And to discover the health factor of all of your favorite dishes, check out our exclusive report: Every Menu Item at Domino’s—Ranked!
7 JACK IN
THE BOX
Chicken Fajita Pita
360 calories, 12 g fat, 6 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 1,117 mg sodium, 36 g carbs, 4 g fiber, 4 g sugar, 24 g protein
This Fajita Pita is one of the best entrees in the entire fast-food universe. Low in calories, packed with protein and fiber, this is one meal that would be hard to top—even in your own kitchen.
And speaking of cooking, be sure to check out these 20 Delicious Kitchen Hacks Slim People Follow.