Updated May 2026

Panera Bread Keto Menu 2026

15 Orders Under 10g Net Carbs

Panera is a bread company. That makes it the last place you would think to eat on keto. But their customization engine is powerful enough to strip the carbs out of almost anything on the menu. These 15 orders are all under 10g net carbs with real protein and real flavor. See low calorie options here too.

15

Keto Orders

Under 10g

Net Carbs

35g+

Max Protein

$8.99+

Starting Price

The Golden Rule of Keto at Panera

Remove the bread. Every Panera sandwich can be ordered as a bowl or on lettuce through the app. This single change drops 30 to 50g carbs instantly. After that, avoid croutons, tortilla strips, and sugary dressings. Stick to oil and vinegar, Caesar, or Green Goddess dressing.

Complete Keto Menu Reference

Every item on the Panera menu that can be modified to under 10g net carbs. Order exactly as shown.

Item Modification Net Carbs Protein Price
Caesar Salad w/ ChickenNo croutons4g32g$10.29
Greek SaladNo croutons6g10g$8.99
Green Goddess CobbNo corn8g35g$10.49
Fuji Apple SaladNo apples, no pecans, oil & vinegar9g28g$10.49
Asian Sesame SaladNo wonton strips, no edamame9g26g$10.29
Bacon Turkey Bravo BowlNo bread5g28g$9.89
Turkey Avo BLT BowlNo bread6g30g$10.29
Napa Almond Chicken BowlNo bread7g22g$9.99
Frontega Chicken BowlNo bread6g34g$9.89
Mediterranean Veggie BowlNo bread, no hummus8g12g$8.99
Tuna Salad BowlNo bread4g26g$9.49
Chipotle Avo Melt BowlNo bread7g33g$10.29
Bacon Egg & Cheese BowlNo ciabatta3g24g$6.79
Chipotle Chicken Egg BowlNo artisan roll5g32g$7.89
Sausage Egg & Cheese BowlNo ciabatta4g26g$6.79

All carb counts are net carbs calculated as total carbs minus fiber. Prices from Panera's menu May 2026.

Keto Traps

What to Avoid on Keto at Panera

These items will blow your carb budget in one bite

Broccoli Cheddar Soup (16g net carbs per cup)

Cream base plus flour thickener. Even a small cup is too high for strict keto.

Mac & Cheese (50g+ net carbs)

Pasta and cheese sauce. One of the highest carb items on the entire menu.

Charged Lemonade (28 to 40g sugar)

Loaded with sugar. Even the small size will kick you out of ketosis.

Bagels and Pastries (40 to 70g net carbs)

Pure refined flour and sugar. Avoid entirely on keto.

Mediterranean Bowl (as is) (35g net carbs)

The rice and farro base adds 25g carbs. Must be modified or avoided.

Greek Yogurt with Berries (30g+ net carbs)

Natural sugar from yogurt plus berries. Too high for keto.

Zero Carb Drinks at Panera

All of these drinks are completely free of carbs and sugar. They are also included in the Sip Club subscription at $14.99 per month, making them effectively free if you visit regularly.

Hot Coffee

0g carbs

Iced Coffee

0g carbs

Hot Tea

0g carbs

Unsweetened Iced Tea

0g carbs

Avoid Charged Lemonades, regular lemonade, and fountain sodas. They contain 28 to 40g sugar per serving.

How to Order Keto at Panera

Step by step instructions for the app, kiosk, and in person

1

Open the Panera App

Download the latest version of the Panera app. Create an account or sign in. Select your location.

2

Choose Your Base Item

Start with any sandwich or salad. For salads, pick one that is naturally lower in carbs like Caesar or Greek.

3

Customize

Tap Customize. Remove bread from sandwiches to convert to a bowl. Remove croutons from salads. Remove corn from the Cobb. Swap sweet dressings for oil and vinegar or Caesar.

4

Add Protein if Needed

Salads without chicken are low protein. Add grilled chicken for an extra 20 to 30g protein and only 1 to 2g additional carbs.

5

Review and Order

Check your cart. Net carbs should be under 10g. Place the order for Rapid Pick Up or dine in.

5 Keto Meal Prep Tips for Panera

Stay on track even when you are eating out

1

Save Your Custom Orders

The Panera app lets you save customized orders. Build your perfect keto salad once, save it, and reorder in seconds next time.

2

Bring Your Own Dressing

Panera dressings can be high in sugar. Bring a small container of your own sugar free ranch or Caesar for complete control.

3

Add Extra Fat

Keto needs fat. Add avocado to any salad or bowl for $1.50. The fat keeps you full and hits your macros.

4

Double the Protein

Order double chicken on any salad. It adds minimal carbs but doubles your protein intake for the meal.

5

Track Before You Order

Use our nutrition calculator to check macros before you go. Know exactly what fits your daily targets.

Written by Marcus Cole

Net carb counts verified against Panera's published nutrition data — May 2026

All carb counts in this guide use Panera's official 2026 nutrition data with modifications manually calculated. Marcus has personally ordered every keto build listed here and verified the customization options work on the current app version. See low calorie options here or explore the vegan menu guide.

Keto at Panera Questions Answered

Common questions about eating keto at Panera Bread.

Does Panera have a keto menu?

Panera does not label any menu section as keto. But their customization system lets you remove bread, swap to lettuce wraps, and build low carb bowls. At least 15 items can be made keto friendly with under 10g net carbs using standard modifications available on the app or kiosk.

What is the lowest carb item at Panera?

A Caesar Salad with chicken and no croutons comes in at approximately 4g net carbs. The Greek Salad without croutons is about 6g net carbs. For breakfast, the Bacon Egg and Cheese without the ciabatta drops to about 3g net carbs. These are your safest picks for strict keto.

Can I get a Panera sandwich without bread?

Yes. The app and kiosk let you remove the bread from any sandwich and convert it to a bowl or lettuce wrap. The ingredients stay the same. You save 30 to 50g carbs by skipping the bread. This is the single most important keto hack at Panera.

Are Panera soups keto friendly?

Most are not. Broccoli Cheddar has about 16g carbs per cup. The lowest carb soup is Chicken Noodle at around 12g net carbs, but the noodles contribute most of that. In general, Panera soups are not ideal for strict keto. Stick to salads and protein focused orders.

Is the Panera Mediterranean Bowl keto?

Not as is. The standard Mediterranean Bowl with Chicken has about 35g net carbs due to the rice and farro. However, if you remove the grains and add extra vegetables, it drops to roughly 12g net carbs. You lose the base but keep the protein and flavor.

Can I do keto at Panera for under $10?

Yes. A Greek Salad without croutons is $8.99. The Caesar Salad with chicken and no croutons is $10.29. The cheapest keto option is a side of Scrambled Eggs with bacon at around $5 to $6 through the breakfast customization. Pair any salad with a free Sip Club drink and you stay under budget.

What Panera drinks are keto friendly?

Hot coffee has 0g carbs, iced coffee unsweetened has 0g carbs, hot tea has 0g carbs, and iced tea unsweetened has 0g carbs. All are included in the Sip Club. Avoid the Charged Lemonades which have 28 to 40g sugar each and fountain drinks. The self serve station has zero calorie options with the unsweetened teas.

Does Panera have lettuce wraps?

Not as a standard menu option, but you can request any sandwich filling on a bed of lettuce. Use the app customization to remove bread and select no bread or request a bowl format. The result is the same filling served as a salad, which works for keto.

What about Panera breakfast on keto?

The egg souffles are moderate at 13 to 16g carbs due to the pastry shell. A better keto breakfast is the Bacon Scrambled Egg and Cheese ordered without the ciabatta. That drops to about 3g net carbs. Add avocado for extra fat. The Greek Yogurt bowl is too high in sugar for strict keto.

How accurate are Panera's nutrition numbers for keto tracking?

Panera publishes full nutrition data including total carbs, fiber, and sugar for every menu item. Their numbers are generally reliable. For keto tracking, calculate net carbs as total carbs minus fiber. Our numbers in this guide use Panera's official data with modifications accounted for.

Keto at a Bread Company? It Works.

Skip the bread. Keep the flavor. Use the app to customize your order. 15 options under 10g net carbs waiting for you.

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