We broke down the menu to show you healthier Chipotle options, from burritos to bowls.
Here’s how to save up to 900 calories on your next visit to Chipotle.
Chipotle is one of the healthier fast-food joints: It uses fresh ingredients withno processed or artificial additives.
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That’s pretty impressive for a restaurant chain of its size.
Plus, get six dietitian-approved orders, including bowls, tacos and salads.
Using Chipotle’sNutrition Calculator, we found that a Chipotle burrito caneasilyweigh in at over a thousand calories.
Depending on your needs, that could be almost a day’s worth of calories in just one burrito.
AtEatingWell, we love Chipotle as much as the next person.
But even the best-intentioned customer can go overboard unintentionally if they’re not careful about their choice of ingredients.
That said, the nutrition calculator can actually be a helpful tool when trying to create a healthy meal.
You’ll have more information to make the best order for you.
Here’s our guide to ordering healthier meals at Chipotle (that are still darn tasty).
Plus, our six combinations of our favorite meals will take the guesswork out of what to order.
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We say go ahead and order your favorite.
However, keep an eye on the sodium content, which is pretty high in these ingredients.
Eat Your Beans
Beans provide a substantial 8 grams of plant-based protein to your order.
Choose Your Rice
The brown rice contains less sodium and more fiber than the white rice.
That said, white rice can also be a healthy choice if that’s what you prefer.
Just think of your meal as a whole and how it fits into your day.
Here are the toppings to go for and the ones to venture to limit.Say, “Yes hey!
“, to these healthier topping options.
Fajita Vegetables:
Double up on the fajita vegetables, sauteed peppers and onions.
Lettuce:
Romaine lettuce adds only 5 calories while providing lots of freshness and crunch.
Toppings to Choose Sparingly
Say, “Just a little!
“, choose one or two, or skip these delicious but slightly less nutritious topping options.
If you really can’t go without something creamy or cheesy, choose just one.
Hot tip: you’ve got the option to always ask for a half-order of these toppings.
High-Sodium Salsas:
Chipotle offers four salsas: fresh tomato, roasted chili-corn, tomatillo-green chili and tomatillo-red chili.
If you’re hankering for dressing, ask for it on the side and use it sparingly.
The Protein Powerhouse:
Extra-hungry after a hard workout and need some extra protein?
The Vegan:
Do you follow a vegan diet?
it’s possible for you to choose a healthier meal before you’re tempted by the optionsandskip the line.
Steak is one of the lower-calorie meats on the menu.
Sizzlin' Salad:
Craving for salads?
The flavorful corn salsa adds a pop of color and various textures to this satisfying salad.
Zesty fajita veggies also add color and flavor.
