Panera Bread Meals Under 500 Calories (2026)
The 10 highest-protein Panera Bread items at 500 calories or less — eat light without losing the protein, with prices for every pick.
Full Ranking — Top 10 Meals Under 500 Calories
| Rank | Item | Price | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cobb SaladSalads | $12.49 | 460 cal | 34g |
| 2 | Turkey SandwichSandwiches & Melts | $11.99 | 480 cal | 30g |
| 3 | Southwest Chipotle SaladSalads | $12.49 | 440 cal | 28g |
| 4 | Mac & Cheese (Regular)Mac & Cheese | $8.49 | 480 cal | 22g |
| 5 | Bacon, Egg & Cheese on CroissantBreakfast Menu | $7.49 | 480 cal | 22g |
| 6 | Grilled CheeseSandwiches & Melts | $8.99 | 460 cal | 16g |
| 7 | French Onion Soup (Bowl)Soups | $8.49 | 340 cal | 16g |
| 8 | Chicken Noodle Soup (Bowl)Soups | $7.49 | 190 cal | 14g |
| 9 | Baked Potato Soup (Bowl)Soups | $7.49 | 380 cal | 14g |
| 10 | Caesar SaladSalads | $9.99 | 380 cal | 14g |
How We Ranked These Panera Bread Items
This ranking is computed automatically from the Panera Bread menu in our structured database — every item is filtered and sorted by price, protein, calories, and value using structured data from official menu sources. Rankings update when the underlying menu data is refreshed. Prices are approximate national averages and may vary by location.
Meals Under 500 Calories — FAQ
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