carrot noodles, protein-rich edamame, vibrant mango, and rich and lean chicken
breast with a spicy chipotle dressing (351 calories).
EAT
Avocado Sourdough Toast. Potassium-rich avocado mashed on wholegrain
sourdough toast and spritzed with lemon juice makes for a nutritious and
indulgent start to the day (338 calories).
For lunch, try a Spicy Noodle Crayfish Salad, with spiralized carrot, cabbage,
and spring onions taking the place of the usual carb-heavy noodles (380
calories).
ASK Italian
Salmon and Mixed Grain Salad. Heart-healthy roasted salmon breast served
on a nutritious medley of wholegrain barley, spelt, and rice, and a salad of
cucumber, rocket, and asparagus (624 calories).
McDonald’s
Grilled Chicken Salad. This healthy salad, made up of lean grilled chicken,
seasonal salad leaves, cucumber, and tomatoes, comes in at just 133 calories
(less if you ask for the dressing on the side), meaning that even if you succumb
to a portion of chips (337 calories), your lunch isn’t a total wash.
wagamama
Pad Thai Salad. The popular Thai dish, without the refined carbs. Chicken and
prawns served on a bed of mixed leaves, mange tout, beetroot, carrot, and red
onion, and served with a side of nourishing peanuts (342 calories).
Burger King
King Fish. The fish fingers in this burger may be breaded, but they still bring
good-quality, low-fat protein to the table. If you’re willing to ban the bread,
order this with salad instead and it comes in at a very respectable 295 calories
(with bun, 440 calories).
Nando’s
Supergrain Salad with Flame-Grilled Chicken Breast. A filling salad with
wholegrains, seeds, and heart-healthy avocado, paired with a protein-rich grilled
chicken breast. Colourful, filling, and packed with goodness (468 calories).