Lowest-Calorie Applebee's Meals (2026): Every Item Ranked

The lowest-calorie item at Applebee's (above a few calories) is Brewed Iced Tea, at 5 calories. The table below ranks the 30 lowest-calorie items on the US menu, with protein so you can find filling, lighter options. The list includes sides and drinks as well as mains.

Lowest-calorie items at Applebee's (US menu)

Ranked from fewest calories upward, with protein, carbs, and fat for each item:

#	Item	Category	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
1	Brewed Iced Tea	Beverages	5	0	1	0
2	Sugar Free Lemonade	Beverages	5	0	0	0
3	Italian Dressing, Fat Free	Toppings & Ingredients	20	0	5	0
4	Steamed Broccoli, Kids	Appetizers & Sides	30	3	6	0
5	Mango Iced Tea	Beverages	35	0	9	0
6	Raspberry Iced Tea	Beverages	35	0	9	0
7	Kiwi Iced Tea	Beverages	40	0	10	0
8	Half & Half Iced Tea & Lemonade	Beverages	40	0	11	0
9	Applesauce	Appetizers & Sides	40	0	10	0
10	Pomegranate Iced Tea	Beverages	45	0	12	0
11	FUZE Raspberry Iced Tea, 16 oz	Beverages	60	0	15	0
12	Texas Style BBQ Sauce, for Double-Glazed Baby Back Ribs Half Rack	Toppings & Ingredients	60	0	13	0.5
13	Lipton Green Tea w/ Citrus	Beverages	70	0	19	0
14	Monterey Jack Cheese	Toppings & Ingredients	80	5	0	6
15	Brisk Raspberry Iced Tea	Beverages	80	0	21	0
16	Lipton Peach Iced Tea	Beverages	80	0	21	0
17	Honey BBQ Sauce, for Double Glazed Baby Back Ribs, Half Rack	Toppings & Ingredients	80	0	18	0
18	Pepperjack Cheese	Toppings & Ingredients	80	5	0	6
19	Cheddar Cheese	Toppings & Ingredients	90	5	0	7
20	Ginger Ale	Beverages	90	0	23	0
21	Steamed Broccoli	Appetizers & Sides	90	3	6	8
22	Blackberry Honey Quencher Iced Tea	Beverages	90	0	24	0
23	FUZE Raspberry Iced Tea, 30 oz	Beverages	90	0	23	0
24	Apple Dippers w/ Yogurt	Appetizers & Sides	90	2	20	1
25	Pepsi	Beverages	100	0	28	0
26	Sierra Mist	Beverages	100	0	27	0
27	Dr Pepper	Beverages	100	0	27	0
28	Wild Cherry Pepsi	Beverages	100	0	28	0
29	Apple Juice, Kids	Beverages	100	0	25	0
30	Grape Juice, Kids	Beverages	100	0	25	0

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Source and method

These figures come from Nutrola's 1.8M+ RD-verified food and restaurant database and reflect the US menu of Applebee's, so portion sizes and recipes can differ in other countries. Values are per item as served and are indicative, since menus and recipes change over time.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lowest-calorie item at Applebee's?

Brewed Iced Tea is among the lowest at 5 calories on the US menu.

What can I eat at Applebee's on a diet?

Pick from the lowest-calorie items above, favour grilled proteins and salads, and watch dressings, sauces, and sugary drinks, which add calories quickly.

Does Applebee's have low-calorie options?

Yes. The ranking above lists 30 items under the chain's lighter end, including sides and drinks alongside mains.

Summary

For a lighter choice at Applebee's, start with Brewed Iced Tea at 5 calories. Log it in Nutrola to keep the rest of your day on track.