Lowest-Calorie Hooters Meals (2026): Every Item Ranked

The lowest-calorie item at Hooters (above a few calories) is Jalapenos, 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 Hooters (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	Jalapenos	Toppings & Ingredients	5	0	1	0
2	Bacon, 1 Slice	Appetizers & Sides	45	3	0	3.5
3	Sour Cream	Toppings & Ingredients	45	0	1	4.5
4	Cheese Sauce, 1 fl oz	Toppings & Ingredients	70	2	3	6
5	Cheese, American	Toppings & Ingredients	70	3	2	5
6	Cheese, Pepper Jack	Toppings & Ingredients	70	5	0	6
7	Cheese, Bleu Crumbles	Toppings & Ingredients	100	7	1	8
8	Cheese, Provolone	Toppings & Ingredients	100	7	1	8
9	Cheese, Swiss	Toppings & Ingredients	100	8	1	8
10	Dressing, Ranch	Toppings & Ingredients	100	1	2	11
11	Cheese, Cheddar	Toppings & Ingredients	110	7	1	9
12	Dressing, Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinaigrette	Toppings & Ingredients	120	0	4	12
13	Side Garden Salad	Salads	160	9	9	10
14	6 Raw Oysters	Appetizers & Sides	180	5	32	3
15	Coleslaw	Appetizers & Sides	190	1	14	14
16	New England Style Clam Chowder	Soup	260	11	26	10
17	12 Raw Oysters	Appetizers & Sides	280	9	47	5
18	Side Caesar Salad	Salads	380	5	9	37
19	12 Buffalo Shrimp	Entrees	410	29	25	22
20	Big Dipper Fries	Fried Potatoes	490	9	86	13
21	Chili	Soup	500	20	29	32
22	Snow Crab Legs	Entrees	520	22	5	48
23	Shrimp & Spinach Salad	Salads	530	37	13	38
24	Big Fish Sandwich, Grilled	Sandwiches	540	55	50	14
25	Wise Choice Blackened Shrimp	Entrees	540	24	46	31
26	Boneless Wings, Kids	Appetizers & Sides	560	28	53	27
27	Chicken Strips, Kids	Entrees	600	21	66	28
28	Caesar Salad	Salads	610	8	18	57
29	Cheese Sticks	Baked Goods	620	26	50	35
30	Curly Fries	Fried Potatoes	640	9	80	32

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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 Hooters, 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 Hooters?

Jalapenos is among the lowest at 5 calories on the US menu.

What can I eat at Hooters 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 Hooters 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 Hooters, start with Jalapenos at 5 calories. Log it in Nutrola to keep the rest of your day on track.