As explained by Dr. Amy Lee, the rotisserie chicken Caesar salad, priced at $6.99, offers a good combination of protein and complex carbs. “You have your protein from the chicken and your vegetables as complex carbs,” explained the expert. What’s more, the chicken in the salad is not fried and “probably pretty decent with the protein per serving,” added Dr. Lee. The 710-calorie meal is made using chicken breast, which is the leanest and therefore, healthiest part of the bird. It contains fewer calories than thighs and drumsticks, and more protein.
With two out of three of the macronutrients checked off the list, it’s not surprising to see why this food item was on our expert’s list. Protein is important for your body in so many ways. From your hair, skin, and nail health to your muscle health, bone health, metabolism, and immune system function, the list is pretty long. Complex carbs are often referred to as the “good” carbs. One of the differences between simple carbs and complex carbs is the latter’s fiber content. Fiber helps slow digestion, so if you’re looking to feel satiated before perusing the aisles at Costco, you’d be all set with this meal. The salad also contains romaine, parmesan cheese, and a creamy Caesar dressing. Romaine lettuce offers calcium, vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, phosphorous, potassium, and magnesium.
There is one word of caution with the dressing, though. “I would advise that you go careful with the dressing which could help one limit on the caloric density,” warned Dr. Lee.