But having all of those options can certainly feel daunting if you’re trying to keep yournutritionin mind.
These all have the potential to increase your saturated fat, trans fat, and sodium levels.
Thankfully, there are more nutrition-friendly items on most steakhouse menus.
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For a luxury item with some added healthy benefit, try ordering the lobster tail.
Oysters on the half shell
For an appetizer, Manaker recommends going for a signature itemoysters.
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“Steakhouses have surprisingly delicious chopped salads that are chock-full of good-for-you ingredients,” she says.
For a main, Manaker recommends enjoying 4 ounces ofstrip steakwith those classic steakhouse sides.
While the potato provides fiber and vitamin C and the veggies provide even more filling fiber and antioxidants.
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Filet mignonsplit with a friend!
For true steak lovers, going to a steakhouse and not getting thefilet mignoncan feel like an utter travesty.
“Typically, they are served in 8-ounce portionsabout double what is considered to be a serving.
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Grilled shrimp
Not in the mood for steak?
Go for some kind of grilled lean protein or seafoodlikeshrimp!
Just be sure the fish isn’t deep fried or drowning in too much butter and sauce.
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“Typically, this dish is served with rice and veggies.
If it isn’t just ask for these as a side!”
Manaker also says ordering the shrimp cocktail could be a great option if grilled shrimp isn’t available.
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“Think you’re able to’t have dessert when you go to a steak house?
Think again,” says Manaker.
“Many spots have delicious fresh berries on the menu, which makes for a satisfying sweet treat.
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A previous version of this story was published on April 16, 2022.
It has been updated to include additional copy and proofreading revisions, as well as updated contextual links.
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