Yes, Panera Bread Has Plenty of Healthy and Tasty Vegan Options
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Panera Bread is one of those fast-food chains that feels more like a healthy lunch spot than a place you'll regret running to for a last-minute bite. Since the chain is known for having plenty of light choices, it's no surprise there are lots of vegan dishes on its menu for those on a plant-based diet. Here's everything you need to know about eating vegan at Panera Bread.
Vegan Items on the Menu
Bakery:
- Plain, Blueberry, Cranberry Walnut, Poppyseed, and Sesame Bagels
- Black Pepper Focaccia, Sea Salt Focaccia, Country, Rye, Sesame Semolina, and Sourdough Breads
- French Baguette
- Hoagie Roll
Breakfast:
- Steel Cut Oatmeal With Strawberries, Pecans, and Cinnamon Crunch Topping
- Steel Cut Oatmeal With Apple Chips, Pecans, and Cinnamon Crunch Topping
- Seasonal Fruit Cup
- Peach & Blueberry Smoothie With Almond Milk
- Coffee beverages made with almond or soy milk
Lunch:
- Seasonal Greens Salad With Avocado and Quinoa
- Vegan Lentil Quinoa Bowl
- Soba Noodle Broth Bowl With Edamame Blend
Sides:
- Apple
- Banana
- French Baguette
- Kettle Chips
- Pickle Spear
Options That Can Be Made Vegan:
- Ancient Grain, Arugula, & Chicken Salad — order without chicken and add quinoa and avocado to any of these salads instead.
- Fuji Apple With Chicken Salad — order without chicken and gorgonzola.
- Greek and Modern Greek Salads — order without feta.
- Asian Sesame With Chicken — order without chicken and wontons.
- Spicy Thai With Chicken Salad — order without chicken and wontons.
- Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich — order without feta and switch to one of the bread choices listed above.