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Create Your Own Ultimate Feast - Sirloin, 7 oz.

320 cal·46g protein·15g fat
SmallGentleProtein-forwardSmall bite

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 980mg sodium.

How to order: Choose the official Create Your Own Ultimate Feast - Sirloin, 7 oz. row from Red Lobster's nutrition PDF.

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  • Portion creep: Keep the order simple and stop at comfortable instead of finishing by default.

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TinyGentleEasy protein

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,180mg sodium.

How to order: Choose the official Shrimp Cocktail row from Red Lobster's nutrition PDF.

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Live Maine Lobster

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Watch if: Fried items, creamy sauces, and bigger portions can make this feel heavier fast.

How to order: Choose the official Live Maine Lobster row from Red Lobster's nutrition PDF.

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Create Your Own Ultimate Feast - Grilled Atlantic Salmon

510 cal·47g protein·34g fat
SmallRich/heavyProtein-forward

Watch if: Fried items, creamy sauces, and bigger portions can make this feel heavier fast.

How to order: Choose the official Create Your Own Ultimate Feast - Grilled Atlantic Salmon row from Red Lobster's nutrition PDF.

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Parmesan-Crusted Chicken

650 cal·47g protein·35g fat
Split-friendlyRich/heavyProtein-forward

Best for: Good when you want a real meal and a built-in backup for later.

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,620mg sodium.

How to order: Choose the official Parmesan-Crusted Chicken row from Red Lobster's nutrition PDF.

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New England Clam Chowder, Cup

240 cal·7g protein·15g fat
TinyGentleNot enough protein

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 680mg sodium.

How to order: Choose the official New England Clam Chowder, Cup row from Red Lobster's nutrition PDF.

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Bacon Wrapped Sea Scallops

450 cal·23g protein·37g fat
SmallRich/heavyEasy protein

Watch if: Higher sodium can add up quickly; this order has 1,400mg sodium.

How to order: Choose the official Bacon Wrapped Sea Scallops row from Red Lobster's nutrition PDF.

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