Favorite "fast foods" redux

[LisaMergs 2,854]

So this has been hashed through before- but with newer members, or as time has progressed for older ones, let's see what's new.

Convenience eating is usually loaded with calories and stuff we need to avoid post op. What are some good finds for eating out on the go? My latest comes from of all places Dunkin Donuts!!! It's the wake up wrap- egg, a piece of cheese and a smallish slice of thin ham on a steamed flour tortilla that is about 4 or 5 inches round, folded like a taco. Total of 149 calories and one fills me up completely.

Who's next?

[Christinamo7 4,041]

I like the half sized apple pecan chicken salad at Wendy's. I normally pour the dressing into a little container and dip my fork in before I pick up a bite. it's good on those occasions where I haven't got a lunch to bring with me. 20g Protein they say.

[Read2016 658]

I tried the wake up wrap yesterday, it was decent....

"We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them"

Einstein

[cseidman 175]

Tokyo Joes apparently has a stevi-yaki sauce, which is teriyaki with stevia. Haven't tried it yet but plan to soon, either with fish or chicken.

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[LisaMergs 2,854]

I tried the wake up wrap yesterday, it was decent....

"We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them"

Einstein

Decent is sometimes all we can hope for on the run with convenience foods. Post op you'll see. That's why we take the time to prepare meals for ourselves.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

Sonic makes a junior Breakfast burrito that is egg, cheese, meat. The eggs are actually light and fluffy and the junior size is more than I can finish -- I would say at least two eggs. The menu says sausage, but I generally ask for bacon or ham and they are happy to do it. My kids say I eat it like a banana, I peel the tortilla off as I eat and dispose of it.

Wawa gas station has great options if you are lucky enough to have one. Cups of yogurt, cheese sticks, fresh fruit, cheese and pepperoni mini plates. They also make awesome Breakfast burritos all day with any veggie fillings you'd like. Their subs are also very good and you can load them up with all the veggies for free. I order the 4" and remove the top half of the bread. I still can't finish it.

[LisaMergs 2,854]

You know, a couple days pre op I bantered with my surgeon that he needed to let me have a ham and cheese sandwich. Shaking his head no, he said soon enough you will get there.

10 weeks post op I am allowed the bread but avoid it like the plague. Just can not justify the wasted calories.

[BJames42613 41]

A solid choice for me is always the kids' grilled chicken nugget meal from Chick-fil-A!

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[DaisyAmy 561]

Oh how I wish we had Chik-fil-A here!!

I have done the pintos and cheese from Taco Bell, chili from Wendy's. Otherwise, I try to avoid fast food. I did have a "peeled" egg mcmuffin today

[LipstickLady 25,682]

I also love an Arby's Junior Roast Beef. I take off the top half of the bun, load it with horsey sauce, fold it like a taco, and peel off most the remaining bread as I eat it. (Feel the theme?)

[LipstickLady 25,682]

Chick Filet grilled nuggets. $3

Wendy's Junior Bacon Cheeseburger no bun. $2

A HUGE favorite -- Chipotle bowl, no rice, double Beans, meat, cheese, extra sour cream, all the salsas. Easily 3-4 meals. $8

If I can't take it home -- Chipotle Kid's Taco. No rice, no shells, double Beans. You get the meat, the beans, the toppings, a small drink and a bag of chips to give the kids. Still more than I can eat. $4

Any grocery. lunch meat counter. Two or three slices of meat and cheese. They look at you weird, but I'm ok with that. As I am getting so little, I get the good stuff -- Boar's Head in my area. $2 -$3

costco or Sam's. Hot dog. No bun, all the toppings. $1
Or the gigantic pizza slices. Toppings only. $2

Noodles and Company. Caesar side salad with Parmesan chicken add on. $3 One of my summer favorites.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

For the record, I work from my car most days. I can eat a "fast food" lunch for a few bucks. Much cheaper than it used to be without the inconvenience of carrying a cooler and ice in the summer. I totally prep and carry my own when it's not so hot.

[grandpalolo 7]

It has been suggested that should I eat out that before I start eating to get a togo box and put all but what really plan to eat away. Take the rest for small meal at home. Could do the same at a buffet. Take it togo and then eat it over 2-3 days. Just have to think smarter now but there's loads of good recipes out there.

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