Prices last updated: October 28, 2026
A steakhouse can still be a good place to eat well: Texas Roadhouse has several lean, high-protein entrées. Here are the healthiest choices based on Texas Roadhouse’s official 2026 nutrition information, plus easy ways to build a lighter meal.
Lightest entrées
- 6 oz Hand-Cut Sirloin: 250 calories, 46 g protein.
- Herb Crusted Chicken: 260 calories, 47 g protein.
- 6 oz Dallas Filet: 270 calories, 45 g protein.
- Grilled BBQ Chicken: 300 calories, 46 g protein, only 450 mg sodium.
- Smothered Chicken with gravy: 330 calories.
- 5 oz Grilled Salmon: 410 calories, 2 g carbs.
Calories are for the entrée alone; sides are extra.
Lightest sides
- Green beans: 100 calories
- Applesauce: 110 calories
- Sautéed mushrooms: 120 calories
- Sautéed onions: 150 calories
- Buttered corn or steamed vegetables: 190 calories
A lighter steak dinner
A 6 oz sirloin with green beans and steamed vegetables comes to about 540 calories with about 55 g of protein. Compare that with a 12 oz ribeye, steak fries and a loaded baked potato, which can top 1,700 calories.
Lowest-calorie items, ranked
| Item | Calories | Fat (g) | Carbs (g) | Protein (g) | Sodium (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsweetened Iced Tea | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Honey Cinnamon Butter (Extra) | 90 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 120 |
| Green Beans | 100 | 3.5 | 13 | 6 | 1,070 |
| Applesauce | 110 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 15 |
| Kids Grilled Chicken | 110 | 2 | 0 | 23 | 90 |
| Sweet Tea | 110 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 5 |
| Sautéed Mushrooms | 120 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 480 |
| Fountain Soft Drinks | 120 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 0 |
| Lemonade | 130 | 0 | 36 | 0 | 90 |
| Sautéed Onions | 150 | 10 | 13 | 2 | 570 |
| Lil' Dillo Steak Bites | 170 | 4 | 2 | 31 | 370 |
| Buttered Corn | 190 | 9 | 29 | 5 | 550 |
| Steamed Vegetables | 190 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 480 |
| Fresh-Baked Rolls (Extra Order) | 200 | 8 | 28 | 5 | 200 |
| Steamed Broccoli | 210 | 16 | 17 | 5 | 490 |
Nutrition is approximate, based on Texas Roadhouse's published U.S. information for the standard recipe. Items with several sizes show the size noted on their page.
Tips
- Grilled beats fried: Chicken Critters and Country Fried Chicken have up to three times the calories of grilled chicken.
- Limit the rolls; each serving is about 200 calories before butter.
- Ask for dressings, gravy and sauces on the side.
- Watch sodium: shrimp dinners, beef tips and many starters are over 2,500 mg.
- Share a starter like the Cactus Blossom (2,250 calories) or skip it.
Healthy eating FAQ
What is the lowest-calorie steak at Texas Roadhouse?
The 6 oz Hand-Cut Sirloin at 250 calories, with 46 g of protein, before sides.