Low Calorie Recipes

Fast Food Choices by Kavvy Sonhos

In today’s society, we are not always able to bring our pre-made meals that we intentionally want to bring and eat. We might get stuck in traffic, or stay late at work. Honestly, it seems that something “always comes up”. Many of my clients have asked me what to eat for the “fast-paced” lifestyle or “in case of emergency” quick and extremely convenient FAST FOOD options.

As we all know, the BEST way to know exactly what you are putting into your body, is by cooking your own food from home. Every time you eat out, you are gambling with hidden, unknown calories. But, if there is NO other alternative and feel that your ONLY choice is to go thru the Drive-Thru, here are my top smart food choices at many different Fast Food Joints……..These are basic guidelines. I do have an extended list for clients that I am personally working with!

Arby’s

Roast Chicken Deluxe Sandwich (from the lite menu) Roast Turkey Deluxe Sandwich (from the lite menu) Roast Chicken Salad (only 2 tbs of salad dressing)

Burger King

BK Broiler Chicken Sandwich Broiled Chicken Salad

Boston Market

Turkey Carver Sandwich Chicken Carver Sandwhich Turkey Breast or Chicken Breast

**Combined with 1 small side dish:

Steamed Vegetables Garlic and Dill New Potatoes Rice Pilaf Fruit Salad Zucchini Marinara

Hardee’s

Chicken Filet Grilled Chicken Salad

Jack In The Box

Chicken Fajita Pita Grilled Chicken Filet Sandwhich Grilled Teriyaki Bowl (this is 2 meals)

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