Lowest-Calorie Noodles & Company Meals (2026): Every Item Ranked

The lowest-calorie item at Noodles & Company (above a few calories) is Broccoli, at 15 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 Noodles & Company (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	Broccoli	Appetizers & Sides	15	2	3	0
2	Tossed Green Side Salad w/ Med Dressing	Salads	30	1	3	1.5
3	Pineapple	Appetizers & Sides	45	1	11	0
4	Applesauce	Appetizers & Sides	60	0	15	0
5	Tossed Green Side Salad w/ Balsamic, Regular	Salads	60	1	3	6
6	Sauteed Shrimp	Toppings & Ingredients	70	11	1	2
7	Baguette	Baked Goods	90	5	27	1.5
8	Grilled Chicken Breast	Toppings & Ingredients	90	17	0	2
9	Tossed Green Side Salad w/ Caesar	Salads	90	1	2	8
10	Caesar Side Salad, Side	Salads	90	1	2	8
11	Tossed Green Side Salad w/ Jalapeno Ranch	Salads	110	1	3	11
12	Chicken Noodle Soup, Side	Soup	110	11	11	3
13	Thai Chicken Soup, Side	Soup	120	4	10	7
14	Marinated Steak	Toppings & Ingredients	120	16	1	5
15	Rice Crispy	Desserts	130	1	22	5
16	The Med Salad, Small	Salads	140	5	16	6
17	Tomato Basil Bisque, Side	Soup	140	3	12	9
18	Caesar Salad, Small	Salads	150	4	9	11
19	Seasoned Tofu	Toppings & Ingredients	160	9	6	10
20	Naturally Raised Pork	Toppings & Ingredients	160	22	0	7
21	Chicken Noodle Soup, Small	Soup	180	14	21	5
22	Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast	Toppings & Ingredients	200	17	10	10
23	3 Potstickers w/ Soy Dipping Sauce, Small	Appetizers & Sides	220	8	34	5
24	The Med Salad w/ Chicken, Small	Salads	230	22	16	8
25	Grilled Chicken Caesar, Small	Salads	240	21	9	13
26	Thai Chicken, Small	Soup	250	8	20	15
27	Wisconsin Mac & Cheese, Side	Entrees	270	12	31	12
28	The Med Salad, Regular	Salads	280	10	33	13
29	Tomato Basil Bisque, Small	Soup	290	5	25	19
30	3 Cheesy Garlic Bread w/ Marinara, Small	Baked Goods	290	8	32	14

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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 Noodles & Company, 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 Noodles & Company?

Broccoli is among the lowest at 15 calories on the US menu.

What can I eat at Noodles & Company 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 Noodles & Company 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 Noodles & Company, start with Broccoli at 15 calories. Log it in Nutrola to keep the rest of your day on track.