CLEVELAND, Ohio –Protein has muscled its way to the center of the American plate, popping up everywhere from snack bars to ice cream. Once the domain of bodybuilders and keto diets, protein-focused eating has gone mainstream as consumers chase satiety, weight management and blood sugar control.
With Americans prioritizing protein, Chipotle has introduced a new High Protein Menu. It offers four-ounce, high-protein snack cups of Adobo Chicken (32 grams protein) or Steak (21 grams protein) as well as new entrees like the Double High Protein Bowl and High Protein-High Fiber Bowl.
As I attempt to eat healthy, especially in the new year, I look for protein- and plant-based options. That’s not easy when dining out, especially with fast food. The protein cups from Chipotle are welcome options…