The new year is a typical time when everyone is looking to get healthier. While exercise is a great way to do that, so is making smart food choices. These dishes, served locally in Chandler, offer health-conscious diners meals that are guilt-free and tasty.
WHAT: Florentine Benny
WHERE: Tipsy Egg
Start your day off right with a breakfast packed with protein and nutrients at this brunch favorite locale. This dish features two poached eggs atop an English muffin, layered with smashed avocado, grilled tomato, and sauteed spinach. The creation is then smothered in a protein-dense hollandaise sauce. $13.49 1 E. Boston St. TipsyEggChandler.com
WHAT: Chx Pita
WHERE: The Uncommon
Sure, there’s sports and entertainment at The Uncommon. There are also several healthy choices to choose from. So, settle in and order the Chix Pita, a wrap that features chopped seasoned chicken, feta, hummus, chopped romaine, and a tomato, cucumber, and parsley salad, all wrapped in a pita. Choose the fresh fruit for the side dish to stay on track. $15. 1 E. Boston St. UncommonChandler.com
WHAT: Brutus! Better Than Chicken Caesar Salad
WHERE: Pita Jungle
Pita Jungle was created to offer fresh and healthy food—and the menu doesn’t disappoint. There are plenty of vegan and vegetarian options for those so inclined, as well as healthy meat and fish creations. One popular choice is the Brutus! Better Than Chicken Caesar Salad, which is made with grilled marinated all-natural chicken breast, seasonal greens, wood-fired broccoli, tomatoes, cucumbers, celery, red onions, homemade Caesar dressing, garlic-Romano croutons, and a sprinkle of za’atar. Make it vegetarian by substituting tofu or gluten-free by eliminating the croutons. $12.99. 949 W. Ray Road and 5025 S. Gilbert Road. PitaJungle.com
WHAT: Teriyaki Chicken
WHERE: Original Chop Shop
This locale aims to fuel its diners with healthy eats from breakfast to dinner. Of course, its famous The Chop salads are always a good choice. But if you’re looking for something different, try the Teriyaki Chicken grilled protein bowl. Choose two bases from the list of roasted veggies, house greens, jasmine rice, brown rice, sweet potato hash, cauliflower rice, or quinoa. That’s then topped with teriyaki chicken, avocado, Brussels sprouts, and sesame seeds. $12. 35 W. Boston St. OriginalChopShop.com
WHAT: Striped Bass
WHERE: The Brickyard Downtown
Head to Downtown Chandler to this restaurant located in a historic 1920s building that formerly housed Chandler’s first newspaper. Now, the popular dining locale with a distinct culinary menu features options like this one, which features striped bass served with edamame risotto, green onion velouté, pork-braised leeks, radish, and a prosciutto chip. $48. 85 W. Boston St. BrickyardDowntown.com