Best Panera Orders on Ozempic & Wegovy

Quick answer

Yes — lean protein + veg. Choose a protein-rich salad (chicken, turkey), a broth-based soup, or a half sandwich on whole grain in a “Pick 2.” Watch the creamy soups (mac & cheese), large bread bowls and sweet drinks/bakery items.

Panera’s customizable menu makes GLP-1 ordering straightforward. The best moves are choosing lean protein, favoring broth-based over cream-based soups, using whole-grain bread, and being mindful of the bakery case and sweetened drinks.

Best Panera orders on GLP-1

Protein-forward, lower-fat picks that tend to sit well and support fullness:

Order	Protein	Calories	Why it works
Green Goddess or Caesar salad w/ chicken	~30+ g	~450	High protein; use half the dressing.
Turkey or chicken sandwich (half) on whole grain	~20 g	~350	Pick-2 friendly; add a broth soup or side salad.
Broth-based soup (e.g., chicken & wild rice, lentil)	~10–15 g	~200–300	Filling and lower fat than creamy soups.
Greek or Mediterranean bowl w/ chicken	~30 g	~500	Protein plus vegetables and fiber.

Estimated values

Protein and calorie figures on this page are approximate and are provided for general comparison only — not as clinical or authoritative nutrition data. Menus, recipes, portion sizes and regional variations change over time. Always check Panera’s current published nutrition information before relying on these numbers, especially if you are managing a medical condition or tracking intake closely on a GLP-1 medication.

What to go easy on

Mac & cheese and creamy soups — High fat; can trigger nausea in larger portions.
Bread bowls — A large refined-carb serving around the soup.
Bakery pastries & sweetened lemonades — Big sugar loads.

Drinks

Water, unsweetened iced tea, or black coffee. Be careful with the sweetened “Charged” lemonades, which are high in sugar and caffeine.

Ordering tips

Use the “Pick 2” to combine a protein salad or half sandwich with a broth-based soup.
Choose broth-based soups over creamy ones.
Ask for dressing on the side and use half.
Skip the bread bowl; choose whole-grain bread or a side salad.

Know your protein target before you order

Aim to hit a chunk of your daily protein at each meal.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best Panera order on GLP-1?

A protein-topped salad (chicken/turkey) or a “Pick 2” pairing a half whole-grain sandwich with a broth-based soup. Keep dressings light.

Are Panera soups ok?

Broth-based soups are a filling, lower-fat choice. Creamy soups and mac & cheese are higher in fat and best limited.

What about the lemonades?

The sweetened “Charged” lemonades are high in sugar and caffeine. Choose water, unsweetened tea, or coffee instead.

Should I get the bread bowl?

Skip it — it is a large refined-carb portion. Choose whole-grain bread or a side salad with your soup.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general nutrition education for U.S. adults, not individualized medical advice. GLP-1 medications affect people differently. Talk to your prescribing clinician or a registered dietitian before making significant diet changes — and seek prompt medical care for severe or persistent vomiting, signs of dehydration, or severe abdominal pain.

Best Panera orders on GLP-1 medications