Panera Bread is known for its fresh-baked bagels, artisan sandwiches, and cozy soups. They offer a wholesome eating experience by blending healthy dining with quick service. Their extensive menu caters to all crowds, including those who have had bariatric...
Panera Bread is known for its fresh-baked bagels, artisan sandwiches, and cozy soups. They offer a wholesome eating experience by blending healthy dining with quick service. Their extensive menu caters to all crowds, including those who have had bariatric surgery. The recommendations below will help you pick Panera’s best bariatric-friendly dining options.
Panera Bread Bariatric-Friendly Menu
The ideal bariatric diet consists of a daily calorie allowance of 1,000-1,200, breaking it up into 350-400 calories per meal. Important: Panera offers the option to order only half a meal, making it easier to stay within your portion guidelines after gastric sleeve or gastric bypass surgery.
Breakfast:
Although you can’t reach for Panera’s array of fresh bagels and spreads, you can still have a high-protein, low-calorie breakfast. With only 30 calories per serving, their egg whites are a perfect option to start your day.
| Egg Whites (30 Cal) | 0g | 1g | 6g | 0g |
| Scrambled Egg (90 Cal) | 7g | 1g | 8g | 0g |
| Multigrain Bagel Flat (180 Cal) | 2g | 34g | 7g | 4g |
Entrees:
If you are trying to enjoy a quick, simple lunch, Panera is the right place for you. You can get your meal to go or enjoy the homey ambiance they offer with their indoor dining.
| Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken – Half (200 Cal) | 11g | 13g | 14g | 4g |
| Caesar Salad – Half (170 Cal) | 14g | 10g | 16g | 2g |
| Cream of Chicken & Wild Rice Soup – Cup (180 Cal) | 10g | 18g | 6g | 3g |
| Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup – Cup (60 Cal) | 0.5g | 8g | 6g | 3g |
| Turkey Chili with Beans – Cup (200 Cal) | 7g | 20g | 14g | 6g |
| Ten Vegetable Soup – Cup (60 Cal) | 1g | 10g | 3g | 4g |
| Hard Boiled Eggs (150 Cal) | 11g | 1g | 13g | 1g |
Drinks & Sides:
Panera’s large beverage selection can often be overlooked. They offer great bariatric-friendly options with unlimited refills on coffee and drinks for affordable prices.
| Americano (10 Cal) | 0g | 2g | 1g | 0g |
| Green Tea (0 Cal) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| British Breakfast Tea (0 Cal) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Cafe Blend Dark Roast Coffee (15 Cal) | 0g | 3g | 3g | 0g |
| Cafe Blend Light Roast Coffee (20 Cal) | 0g | 3g | 3g | 0g |
| Cinnamon Plum Tea (0 Cal) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Ginger Peach Tea (0 Cal) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Gold Peak Unsweetened Iced Tea (0 Cal) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Hazelnut Flavored Coffee (15 Cal) | 0g | 2g | 2g | 0g |
| Hummus (60 Cal) | 4.5g | 4g | 4g | 2g |
| Banana (90 Cal) | 0g | 23g | 23g | 1g |
| Fruit Cup (60 Cal) | 0g | 17g | 17g | 1g |
| Pickle Spear (5 Cal) | 0g | 1g | 1g | 0g |
Basic Precautions for Panera Bread
Avoid Sugary Condiments/Sauces: Salad dressings are delicious additions, but their high-fat content makes them less than poor choices for bariatric patients. Instead, check out our condiments after bariatric surgery guide to help you find dressings and sauces that won’t stall your weight loss. Avoid Excess Carbs: It can be tempting to pick up a hot creamy soup on a cold winter day but beware of the carb-loaded stews. Instead, pick one of the bariatric-friendly options listed above. Avoid Liquid Calories: High-calorie, sugary drinks can cause dumping syndrome because of their high-sugar content and can increase your caloric intake. Don’t Drink from a Straw: Using a straw will introduce extra air into your new stomach pouch, causing gas pain and discomfort. Avoid Overeating: Meals should be no more than 4-6 ounces. Overeating can stretch out your stomach pouch and leave you with digestive issues.Simple modifications like this allow you to enjoy delicious meals from Panera Bread while staying on track with your weight loss goals.
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