Salad Sabatage!!!!

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StormyLlewellyn
StormyLlewellyn Posts: 96
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What The ????????? ( Salad Sabatage')
I am starting to wonder if these businesses are intentionally sabotaging the effors of the people out there struggling to lose weight????

Keep in Mind all of the salads over 600 calories...
You could have a McDonalds Big Mac® (540 cal/29g fat/3g fiber/45g carbs/25g protein)

Keep in mind all the salads over 900 calories....
You could have Mcdonalds Angus Bacon & Cheese (790 cal/39g fat/4g fiber/63g carbs/45g protein)

What floors me is a Wendy's Baconator Double (980 cal/63g fat/2g fiber/46g carbs/58g protein) is less than 1000 calories & we know that is unhealthy to eat Right???? So Why are these businesses selling salads over 1000 calories????

Taco Bell:

Fiesta Taco Salad (770 cal/42g fat/12g fiber/73g carbs/27g protein)
Chipotle Steak Taco Salad (900 cal/57g fat/8g fiber/68g carbs/28g protein)
Chicken Ranch Taco Salad (910 cal/55g fat/9g fiber/70g carbs/34g protein)

Wendy's

Baja Salad (550 cal/33g fat/12g fiber/36g carbs/33g protein) Without Tortilla strips & Dressing!BLT Cobb Salad (460 cal/26g fat/3g fiber/12g carbs/46g protein) without Dressing!
Spicy Chicken Caesar Salad (450 cal/25g fat/6g fiber/25g carbs/32g protein) without dressing!

Fazoli's

Crispy Chicken BLT (410 cal/19g fat/4g fiber/29g carbs/31g protein)
Chicken & Pasta Caesar (440 cal/13g fat/3g fiber/37g carbs/35g protein)
Country Ceasar Salad ( 780 cal/51g fat/5g fiber/48 g carbs/37 protein)
Pasta Ranch Italia ( 770 calories/50g fat/4g fiber/44g carbs/38g protein)
Fazoli's Italian house ( 600 calories/45g fat/5g fiber/16 carbs/27g protein)
Cherry Almond Chicken Salad ( 480 calories/ 25g fat/5 g fiber/ 38g carbs/26g protein)

Chili's

Boneless Buffalo Chicken Salad (1010 cal/68g fat/9g fiber/49g carbs/48g protein)
Quesadilla Explosion Salad (1400 cal/88g fat/10g fiber/88g carbs/65g protein)
Cobb Salad (710 cal/50g fat/11g fiber/21g carbs/47g protein)
Grilled BBQ Chicken Salad (970 cal/62g fat/9g fiber/48g carbs/58g protein)
Chicken Caesar Salad (710 cal/42g fat/6g fiber/25g carbs/58g protein)
Caribbean Salad w/ Grilled Chicken (610 cal/25g fat/7g fiber/64g carbs/35g protein)
Caribbean Salad w/ Grilled Shrimp (610 cal/31g fat/5g fiber/64g carbs/19g protein)


IHOP

Chicken & Spinach Salad (1600 cal/118g fat/7g fiber/72g carbs/63g protein)
Chicken Fajita Salad (790 cal/44g fat/9g fiber/49g carbs/51g protein)
Chicken Fajita Salad w/Avocado (870 cal/52g fat/12g fiber/54g carbs/52g protein)
Crispy Chicken Salad w/Fried Chicken (1450 cal/94g fat/10g fiber/93g carbs/63g protein)
Crispy Chicken Salad w/Grilled Chicken (1260 cal/90g fat/8g fiber/59g carbs/56g protein)
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad (960 cal/72g fat/6g fiber/39g carbs/42g protein)
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, No Chicken (870 cal/71g fat/6g fiber/39g carbs/23g protein)

Old Chicago's

Caesar (835 cal/66.6 g fat/3.9 g fiber/29.6 g carbs)
Chicken Caesar (1057 cal/74.6 g fat/3.9 g fiber/29.6 g carbs)
*Blackened Chicken Salad (409 cal/12 g fat/4.1 g fiber/18.7 g carbs)
Chi-Town (1027 cal/68.1 g fat/8.2 g fiber/62 g carbs)
*Crispy Chicken (786 cal/53.4 g fat/6.7 g fiber/49.1 g carbs)
Italian Chopped (1002 cal/77.6 g fat/3.7 g fiber/33.3 g carbs)
Oriental Chicken (908 cal/31 g fat/5.6 g fiber/105.1 g carbs)
BBQ Chicken (929 cal/42.5 g fat/6.2 g fiber/67.6 g carbs)

Applebee's (A Weight Watchers Partner!)

Grilled Chicken Caesar, Regular (820 cal/57g fat/6g fiber/25g carbs/54g protein)
Crispy Shrimp Caesar, Regular (1060 cal/78g fat/7g fiber/57g carbs/33g protein)
Crispy Shrimp Caesar Regular w/o dressing (610 cal/31g fat/7g fiber/54g carbs/31g protein
Grilled Steak Caesar, Regular (900 cal/66g fat/6g fiber/25g carbs/54g protein)
Grilled Shrimp ?N Spinach Salad, Regular (1050 cal/72g fat/13g fiber/68g carbs/50g p)
Regular w/o dressing (720 cal/53g fat/12g fiber/25g carbs/48g protein)
Oriental Chicken Salad, Regular (1310 cal/93g fat/11g fiber/88g carbs/34g protein)
Regular w/o dressing (650 cal/35g fat/11g fiber/53g carbs/34g protein)
Oriental Grilled Chicken Salad, Regular (1240 cal/77g fat/9g fiber/87g carbs/53g protein)
Apple Walnut Chicken Salad, Regular (1000 cal/65g fat/6g fiber/53g carbs/55g protein)
Santa Fe Chicken Salad, Regular (1300 cal/94g fat/11g fiber/58g carbs/60g protein)
Regular w/o dressing (910 cal/54g fat/10g fiber/51g carbs/58g protein)
Pecan-Crusted Chicken Salad, Regular (1340 cal/81g fat/14g fiber/108g carbs/46g protein)
Regular w/o dressing (880 cal/48g fat/13g fiber/70g carbs/46g protein)
Fried Chicken Salad, Regular (1060 cal/75g fat/6g fiber/49g carbs/47g protein)
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  • avaloneternal
    avaloneternal Posts: 216
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    It's official, Salad is bad for you. That's why I don't eat it :P
  • MissMaryMac33
    MissMaryMac33 Posts: 1,433 Member
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    Salad has alwqays been the biggest myth -- and one of the worst thing you could order.
    People just don't realize it because they think "salad" is just lettuce.

    Knowing what NOT to get on a salad is an art that most people ignore :)

    Even at restaurants that have those fancy "under 500 calorie" lunch/dinner -- you don't often see a salad there.

    Maybe this is why I really haven't had a salad in 2+ years :) I'd rather order real food.
    I take that back, sometimes I'll order a shrimp/cobb salad, dressing on the side and just eawt the shrimp/olives/eggs/tomato off the top.
  • danaclang
    danaclang Posts: 28
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    wow, thanks for the breakdown!
  • pandabear_
    pandabear_ Posts: 487 Member
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    I'm a vegetarian and I don't like salad dressing - so I guess it would be particularly difficult for me to have 1000 calorie salad.
  • servilia
    servilia Posts: 3,452 Member
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    That's why when I want a salad I get a plain mixed greens with maybe plum tomatoes, and some balsamic vinegar on the side. No hidden cheese, no fried chicken, etc etc..
  • christine24t
    christine24t Posts: 6,063 Member
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    A lot of it is the dressing! Watch the dressing. Or even bring your own!
  • meli_medina
    meli_medina Posts: 594 Member
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    This is why preplanning is so important when you're going out to eat. You can't ever assume anything is low cal just because it's a salad. And actually, I feel like any salad that also contains a protein that's around 400 calories is great! That said, whenever I go to any restaurant and I order a salad, I a) hold the cheese, b) ask for the dressing on the side, and c) never get the breading that goes with it (tortilla strips, croutons, etc) because those are generally the calorie makers. Any salads that also have a breaded protein are not a good choice.

    It's just knowing what is the best choice on the menu ahead of time. That said, I'm going out to Old Chicago with a group of friends next Friday so I will definitely NOT be having a salad! LOL!
  • billsica
    billsica Posts: 4,741 Member
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    This is why I laugh when I see a bunch of girls order just salad and soup at olive garden, and gorge themselves on it.
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,229 Member
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    That whole concept inspired the book "Skinny Women Don't Eat Salads". I almost never eat a salad when I go out unless I have checked the restaurant's nutrition site first. Usually the only kind salad I end up getting is a side salad.
  • MisterDubs303
    MisterDubs303 Posts: 1,216 Member
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    There's nothing wrong with a 500 cal. salad (Wendy's). Just because a Big Mac has 500 calories doesn't mean they are created equal. In my opinion, you'd be better off eating an 800-1000 calorie salad than a 525 calorie Big Mac. More fiber, vitamins, protein, etc. and less grease, bleached nutrient-absent white bread, and fake cheese. I love a salad from Chipotle. If I exercise 400-500 calories that day (which I usually do), that still leaves 400+ calories at 2 other meals that day. Right on target.
  • TheOddOne
    TheOddOne Posts: 45 Member
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    On rare ocassions thar I grab a salad to go... I opt for the Berry almond chicken salad with the pomegranate vinegarrete (spelling?)from Wendy's . I get the half size and have nothing else with it. LOL
  • ejohndrow
    ejohndrow Posts: 1,399 Member
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    Yep, dressing and all of the cheese, and meats are what get you. Even if you like dressing opt for a low cal type, or don't use the entire packet. I never understood how anyone could use and entire packet of the dressing on their salad at fast food places. Salad isn't bad for you-thinking that you can throw a bunch of fattening food on top of lettuce and eat it out of a bowl is bad for you.
  • juliapurpletoes
    juliapurpletoes Posts: 951 Member
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    thank you for all this homework - you done good!

    Yeah, salads for me are a waste of space in the stomach......all that lettuce is sooooo filling, the toppings are always fatty, nevermind the premade dressings.....

    I'd rather have a steak and potatoe and broccoli, get better nutrition and far less calories.

    thanks again!
  • NoAdditives
    NoAdditives Posts: 4,251 Member
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    Salad has alwqays been the biggest myth -- and one of the worst thing you could order.
    People just don't realize it because they think "salad" is just lettuce.

    Knowing what NOT to get on a salad is an art that most people ignore :)

    Even at restaurants that have those fancy "under 500 calorie" lunch/dinner -- you don't often see a salad there.

    Maybe this is why I really haven't had a salad in 2+ years :) I'd rather order real food.
    I take that back, sometimes I'll order a shrimp/cobb salad, dressing on the side and just eawt the shrimp/olives/eggs/tomato off the top.

    Salad being healthy isn't a myth at all. It's just that ALL restaurant food is ridiculously high in calories because chefs don't care about how much butter/cheese/dressing/etc. they use. They are in the business of making good tasting food that people will pay to eat. They are not in the business of catering to people's dieting or weight loss efforts.

    Making a salad at home can be low cal and extremely healthy while simultaneously being delicious and satisfying. It's all about how you make it.
  • fionat29
    fionat29 Posts: 717 Member
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    What a fantastic post!! I'd never buy a crappy mass produced salad anyway, I much prefer my own, mostly for under 350 cals (Lol!!) But it's great to see a reason not to buy one!
  • tikikris
    tikikris Posts: 81 Member
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    Yeah, I agree. I'm vegan. It's possible to eat a healthy salad away from home. Skip the dressing and use lemon juice or vinegar.
  • NeuroticVirgo
    NeuroticVirgo Posts: 3,671 Member
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    It's official, Salad is bad for you. That's why I don't eat it :P

    Bwahahaha! I like this!

    I totally agree. The only "salad" you can order at most places is a side salad with no dressing. Everything else looks healthy, but its really going to totally kill your calories...you'd be better off getting a burger!
  • StormyLlewellyn
    StormyLlewellyn Posts: 96
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    You could have 3 McDonalds Big Mac® (540 cal/29g fat/3g fiber/45g carbs/25g protein)
    For 1620 calories & 87 g fat ????

    IHOP
    Chicken & Spinach Salad (1600 cal/118g fat/7g fiber/72g carbs/63g protein)
    :happy: Not that is what I am recommending at all!!!
    I was just trying to say watch for hidden calories & Why can't they offer some healthy choices???
  • i_love_vinegar
    i_love_vinegar Posts: 2,092 Member
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    when I'm lazy i like to buy pre made salads at Trader Joes...I supplement their (ridiculously caloric) salad dressing with my own: Paul Newmans Light balsamic vinaigrette.
  • Kalrez
    Kalrez Posts: 655 Member
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    You can't expect a "salad" that is covered with meat, cheese, and creamy dressing to be low-cal. Just because the description includes the word "salad" does not make it healthy.

    "Oh man, this is a taco SALAD. Must be good for me. Never mind the ground beef, cheese, and sour cream! It's a salad!"

    Common sense: It's a good thing.

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