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Nadia Breen

McDonalds, KFC and Subway options under 500 calories

Cravings can sometimes really get the better of us when on a diet.

It can be hard to stay on track when eating healthy if you are a lover of fast food.

Many of us are being more mindful of what we eat as it is coming into summer, but want to treat ourselves to foods we love every once in a while.

There are options at KFC, McDonalds and Subway that are under 500 calories, meaning if you do fall of the wagon, you can choose something than will stay within your calorie intake for the day.

These are also helpful if you are on the go but don't want to be consuming lots of calories when grabbing something quick to eat.

KFC Zinger Ricebox

(KFC)

This meal from KFC contains only 480 calories and is being loved by social media users.

It contains once piece fiery Zinger chicken with steamed Tex Mex rice, fresh lettuce and a bean salsa, drizzled with buttermilk sauce.

It's perfect for those wanting their fried chicken fix without worrying about the calories it contains.

KFC Southern Sweet Chilli Twisted Wrap

(KFC)

A chicken breast fillet, with crunchy pickled slaw, buttermilk dressing and tangy Southern Sweet Chilli sauce and wrapped in a lightly toasted tortilla.

Available with either an original recipe fillet or a spicy Zinger fillet.

This wrap comes in at just 485 calories and contains 28.7 grams of protein.

McDonald's McChicken Sandwich Meal - without fries

(McDonald's)

Option for a side salad and a zero calorie drink at McDonald's with this McChicken Sandwich makes this meal only 403 calories.

Perfect if you are grabbing some Happy Meals for the kids and want something for yourself without over-indulging.

McDonald's Filet-o-Fish Meal

(McDonald's)

Another lower calorie option for McDonald's if you opt for a side salad or a fruit bag instead of fries.

This Filet-o-Fish meal comes in at just 375 calories and contains cheddar cheese and tartare sauce.

Subway Meatball Marinara

(Subway)

Subway say all of their standard build six-inch Subs, flatbreads and salads are 600 calories or less and much of their range including many salads and all of the 'Low Fat range' is under 400 calories.

This beef meatballs sub from Subway, covered in a signature marinara sauce, and topped with melting American-style cheese contains just 308 calories.

This will vary if you add extra toppings or sauces.

Subway Spicy Italian

(Subway)

This is another firm favourite from Subway, and the standard option is just 219 calories.

Contains spicy pepperoni and fiery salami and 21g of protein.

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