Panera Bread Breakdown

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Panera Bread Breakdown

May 25, 2007

Oftentimes we think of sandwich/bread shops as a healthier alternative to say, McDonald's. While this may be the case trans fat wise, that's about it. So before heading out to grab a bite at Panera Bread, you may want to check out this breakdown first.

To see the nutritional breakdowns of popular Panera Bread items read more

Meal	Calories	Fat (g)	Sodium (mg)	Carbs (g)	Sugar (g)
Low-Fat Vegetarian Garden Vegetable Soup (8 oz)	90	0.5	860	17	4
Boston Clam Chowder (8 oz)	299	11	910	19	2
Tomato & Fresh Basil Crispani	960	39	1650	111	15
Italian Meat Classic Crispani	1140	54	2970	114	15
Stawberry Poppyseed & Chicken Salad	310	3.5	530	35	21
Grilled Salmon Salad	340	14	820	32	13
Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella Salad	830	56	960	56	9
Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich	590	13	1450	100	9
Italian Combo Sandwich	1100	56	3200	91	5
Smoked Turkey Breast Sandwich (on Sourdough)	430	14	2050	44	5
Frontega Chicken Panini	870	41	2300	78	7

Fit's Tip: While I would highly recommend sticking to soups and salads, you can also order most sandwiches (and salads) in half sizes to cut down on the amount of calories you are consuming.

60 Comments

AbigailSwPeaLily 4 years 38 weeks

I thought they were quite alright until I read this food coloring heavy usage facts. No bread for me. I'll stick with salads.

AbigailSwPeaLily 4 years 38 weeks

I thought they were quite alright until I read this food coloring heavy usage facts. No bread for me. I'll stick with salads.

AbigailSwPeaLily 4 years 38 weeks

Ugh I read Panera uses food coloring for their bread. British researchers found that artificial food colorings and preservatives in the diets of 3-year-olds caused an increase in hyperactive behavior.

AbigailSwPeaLily 4 years 38 weeks

AbigailSwPeaLily 4 years 39 weeks

Panera still wins as the best small chain for fast food I think. they seriously need to lessen the fat however. Only two items I am able to get from there.

amuse817 4 years 48 weeks

I work at Panera. :) If you ever need to know anything about the food content (especially if you are watching your weight or have food allergies), just ask someone to bring out the nutrition guide. We have a book with everything we serve in it (it's a pretty large book), and we're happy to show you. A lot of people see how large the book is and say "Just forget it." But for us weight/health conscious people, it's worth it. Plus, it's sectioned off by food type so it's actually pretty easy to find anything.

amuse817 4 years 48 weeks

lilxmissxmolly 5 years 7 weeks

i usually get the 1/2 and 1/2 with a low-fat soup and a salad, and i ask for no cheese on the salad. i love it though- prob my fav restaurant.

sarafina 5 years 20 weeks

I love Bread co., but I can't believe the sodium content of my favorite sandwich, the med. veggie!! Yikes! I always get half of that with black bean soup. Ah well, I'm just too addicted to bread co. :]

Allotrios 5 years 26 weeks

Oh no! No, no, no, don't ruin Panera for me! Nooooo! Their breakfast soufflés are the best! (I'll guess at around 500 calories? y/n?) I'm a very static sort; I find something I like and I don't tend to deviate. When I eat there, I always get the half and half deal: Half a Caesar salad and half a Frontega chicken sandwich. (Almost always pull out the onions and ask for extra field greens and basil.)

Hollywoodjess 5 years 27 weeks

I was just wondering where to find calories in stuff here. I love this place, I always get the half and half combo...salad and a panini but its always like a turkey thing....

netty82 5 years 29 weeks

Wow..the sodium content in most of these items is insane! I still love Panera though. It's delish!

thexxnewxromance 5 years 35 weeks

Yummmmm, I love Panera. Their "you pick 2" is good because you get a half sand which and soup or half portion salad.

lily3484 5 years 38 weeks

Panera is great! I found one way to lessen the calories in there sandwiches is to just eliminate the cheese. The strawberry salad is phenom though and low cal!

lily3484 5 years 38 weeks

Panera is great! I found one way to lessen the calories in there sandwiches is to just eliminate the cheese. The strawberry salad is phenom though and low cal!

lily3484 5 years 38 weeks

Panera is great! I found one way to lessen the calories in there sandwiches is to just eliminate the cheese. The strawberry salad is phenom though and low cal!

La Belle 5 years 38 weeks

panera is crackkkkkkk...i love it there. i never had that salmon salad it sounds amazing though!!! in nj they have bread, soups, salads, sandwiches and pizzas...MMMMMM. their asiago bread is amazing and so is their veggie black bean, baked potato and brocc cheddar soups. but i always heard they were very high in fat...i mean the food's too good to be true!! but what better place to get fat than panera? ;-)

La Belle 5 years 38 weeks

bellyforasigh 5 years 38 weeks

their broccoli cheese soup is so good, but i doubt it's low fat.

JustMe21 5 years 39 weeks

wow, sorry for the multiple posts!

JustMe21 5 years 39 weeks

I love Panera Bread!

JustMe21 5 years 39 weeks

I love Panera Bread!

JustMe21 5 years 39 weeks

I love Panera Bread!

dancinstarr 5 years 40 weeks

tomato, basil, mozz panini is the yummiest. i came into work this morning and there was a panera bread coupon on my desk...think that was a hint that I'm going there today! =)

Rockerchic13 5 years 41 weeks

I love Panera. A great low cal. sandwich is turkey on rye with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Fantastic soups as well!

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