15 of the healthiest fast-food menu items – Business Insider

Hollis JohnsonHeading to McDonald’s for a healthy lunch might not sound like an easy task.

But it can be.

We checked out the lunch and breakfast fare at dozens of on-the-go restaurants — from Chik-Fil-A to Wendy’s to Starbucks— to give you a simple guide to some of the healthiest items they offer.

All of the choices we picked pack less than 500 calories, are fairly low in saturated fat and cholesterol, and include 15 or more grams of protein to keep you feeling full.

Check out these sandwiches, salads, bowls and burgers for a lighter on-the-go option: