NishiNishi Labs

How to order at Pokeworks on a GLP-1

Poke is one of the better fast-casual formats on a GLP-1: raw ahi tuna and salmon, chicken, a rice or greens base, and vegetables make it easy to build a high-protein, lower-fat bowl. The ahi (tuna) bowls are the lean standouts; the main watch-outs are sodium and the creamy sauces.

Written for anyone eating on a GLP-1 like Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Wegovy. Every Pokeworks order below is scored the same published way, from the restaurant's own published nutrition.

The move

Build around the ahi (tuna) bowls: a Regular Umami Ahi Bowl is lean and high in protein (605 calories, 41 g), and a Small suits a lighter appetite. The salmon and Sweet Sesame Chicken bowls carry more fat and, for the sweet ones, more sugar. Add Spicy Edamame for fiber, keep the creamy sauces light, and order a Regular rather than a Large unless you want the extra protein scoop.

The quick take

Pokeworks' leanest high-protein orders are the ahi (tuna) bowls: a Regular Umami Ahi Bowl is 605 calories for 41 g of protein, mostly raw tuna and rice with very little added fat. The chicken and salmon bowls carry more fat and calories. Sizing up to a Large adds a third scoop of protein (up to 56 to 57 g) rather than more rice, along with more sodium. The main watch-out is sodium: most bowls run 1,100 to 2,100 mg, from the soy, ponzu and spicy-mayo sauces.

The menu, scored

Scored for whole meals, a gentler bar than single ingredients, since a balanced meal is naturally less protein-dense and fat only counts against it once it tops half the calories. Best fit first; re-sort by what matters today, and tap "Show the math" for the exact rule on any card. How we score.
Nishi's picks

Our best-fit orders for ordering on a GLP-1, from Pokeworks' published nutrition. Re-sort them by what matters to you today.

Umami Ahi Burrito, LargeBest fit
57 g protein · 672 cal · 78 g carbs · 11 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 1899 mg sodium
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Protein57 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density8.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4strong
Fat14.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar6 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density672 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1899 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Best fit. Strong protein (30 g or more) and strong density (7.5 g per 100 kcal or more), with nothing flagged among the values the restaurant publishes. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Umami Ahi Bowl, LargeBest fit
56 g protein · 679 cal · 82 g carbs · 12 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: 1869 mg sodium
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Protein56 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density8.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4strong
Fat15.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar6 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density679 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1869 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Best fit. Strong protein (30 g or more) and strong density (7.5 g per 100 kcal or more), with nothing flagged among the values the restaurant publishes. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Spicy EdamameGood fit
26 g protein · 321 cal · 21 g carbs · 17 g fat · 12 g fiber
26 g protein · lots of protein for the calories · 12 g fiber · lower fat
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Protein26 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density8.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4strong
Fat47.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber12 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar0 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density321 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium639 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hawaiian Ahi Burrito, LargeGood fit
55 g protein · 747 cal · 81 g carbs · 22 g fat · 5 g fiber
watch: 1673 mg sodium
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Protein55 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density7.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat26.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar5 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density747 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1673 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hawaiian Ahi Bowl, LargeGood fit
54 g protein · 754 cal · 84 g carbs · 22 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 1643 mg sodium
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Protein54 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density7.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat26.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar5 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density754 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1643 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Spicy Ahi Tuna Burrito, LargeGood fit
56 g protein · 778 cal · 73 g carbs · 28 g fat · 5 g fiber
watch: 1499 mg sodium
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Protein56 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density7.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat32.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar2 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density778 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1499 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Umami Ahi Burrito, RegularGood fit
42 g protein · 598 cal · 78 g carbs · 10 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 1552 mg sodium
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Protein42 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat15.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar6 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density598 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1552 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Spicy Ahi Tuna Bowl, LargeGood fit
55 g protein · 785 cal · 76 g carbs · 28 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 1468 mg sodium
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Protein55 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat32.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar2 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density785 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1468 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Umami Ahi Bowl, RegularGood fit
41 g protein · 605 cal · 82 g carbs · 10 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: 1522 mg sodium
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Protein41 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density6.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat14.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar6 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density605 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1522 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Surimi SaladGood fit
20 g protein · 300 cal · 24 g carbs · 13 g fat · 0 g fiber
watch: 1626 mg sodium
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Protein20 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density6.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat39% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber0 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar6 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density300 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1626 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Umami Ahi Bowl, SmallGood fit
24 g protein · 384 cal · 50 g carbs · 8 g fat · 2 g fiber
24 g protein · lower fat
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Protein24 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density6.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat18.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar6 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density384 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1173 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hawaiian Ahi Bowl, RegularGood fit
40 g protein · 680 cal · 84 g carbs · 20 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 1296 mg sodium
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Protein40 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat26.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar5 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density680 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1296 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sweet Sesame Chicken Burrito, LargeGood fit
48 g protein · 811 cal · 87 g carbs · 27 g fat · 5 g fiber
48 g protein · 5 g fiber · lower fat
Show the math
Protein48 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat30% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar10 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density811 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium857 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Spicy Ahi Tuna Burrito, RegularGood fit
41 g protein · 704 cal · 73 g carbs · 26 g fat · 5 g fiber
41 g protein · 5 g fiber · lower fat
Show the math
Protein41 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat33.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar2 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density704 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1152 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sweet Sesame Chicken Bowl, LargeGood fit
47 g protein · 818 cal · 91 g carbs · 27 g fat · 5 g fiber
47 g protein · 5 g fiber · lower fat
Show the math
Protein47 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat29.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar10 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density818 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium826 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Spicy Ahi Tuna Bowl, RegularGood fit
40 g protein · 711 cal · 76 g carbs · 26 g fat · 4 g fiber
40 g protein · lower fat
Show the math
Protein40 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat32.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar2 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density711 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1121 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Yuzu Ponzu Salmon Burrito, LargeGood fit
43 g protein · 799 cal · 84 g carbs · 31 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 2148 mg sodium
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Protein43 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat34.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar9 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density799 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2148 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Yuzu Ponzu Salmon Bowl, LargeGood fit
42 g protein · 806 cal · 87 g carbs · 31 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: 2117 mg sodium
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Protein42 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat34.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar9 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density806 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2117 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sweet Sesame Chicken Burrito, RegularGood fit
36 g protein · 724 cal · 87 g carbs · 24 g fat · 5 g fiber
36 g protein · 5 g fiber · lower fat
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Protein36 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat29.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar10 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density724 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium777 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hawaiian Ahi Bowl, SmallGood fit
22 g protein · 459 cal · 52 g carbs · 18 g fat · 4 g fiber
22 g protein · lower fat
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Protein22 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat35.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar5 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density459 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium947 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sweet Sesame Chicken Bowl, RegularGood fit
35 g protein · 731 cal · 90 g carbs · 24 g fat · 5 g fiber
35 g protein · 5 g fiber · lower fat
Show the math
Protein35 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat29.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar10 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density731 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium747 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Huli Huli Chicken PlateGood fit
48 g protein · 1005 cal · 94 g carbs · 45 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 1720 mg sodium
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Protein48 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat40.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar2 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density1005 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1720 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Spicy Ahi Tuna Bowl, SmallGood fit
23 g protein · 490 cal · 44 g carbs · 24 g fat · 4 g fiber
23 g protein · lower fat
Show the math
Protein23 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat44.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar2 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density490 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium773 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Yuzu Ponzu Salmon Burrito, RegularGood fit
32 g protein · 675 cal · 84 g carbs · 22 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 1769 mg sodium
Show the math
Protein32 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat29.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar9 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density675 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1769 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Yuzu Ponzu Salmon Bowl, RegularGood fit
31 g protein · 682 cal · 87 g carbs · 22 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: 1739 mg sodium
Show the math
Protein31 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat29% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar9 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density682 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1739 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Luxe Lobster Bowl, LargeGood fit
28 g protein · 670 cal · 99 g carbs · 18 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: 2487 mg sodium
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Protein28 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.2 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat24.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar11 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density670 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2487 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Yuzu Ponzu Salmon Bowl, SmallGood fit
17 g protein · 411 cal · 55 g carbs · 13 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: 1359 mg sodium
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Protein17 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat28.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar9 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density411 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1359 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sweet Shoyu Tofu Bowl, LargeGood fit
26 g protein · 640 cal · 91 g carbs · 20 g fat · 10 g fiber
watch: 1275 mg sodium
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Protein26 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat28.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber10 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar8 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density640 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1275 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Charred Salmon Teriyaki PlateGood fit
46 g protein · 1116 cal · 94 g carbs · 61 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: 2616 mg sodium
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Protein46 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density4.1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat49.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar2 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density1116 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium2616 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sweet Sesame Chicken Bowl, SmallGood fit
20 g protein · 497 cal · 58 g carbs · 20 g fat · 4 g fiber
20 g protein · lower fat
Show the math
Protein20 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat36.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar10 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density497 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium666 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sweet Shoyu Tofu Burrito, LargeGood fit
27 g protein · 667 cal · 93 g carbs · 22 g fat · 11 g fiber
watch: 1606 mg sodium
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Protein27 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat29.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber11 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar8 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density667 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1606 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Miso SoupGood fit
2 g protein · 23 cal · 3 g carbs · 1 g fat · 1 g fiber
2 g protein · lots of protein for the calories · lower fat
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Protein2 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density8.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4strong
Fat39.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar0 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density23 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium696 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Chicken Miso Ramen SoupGood fit
10 g protein · 155 cal · 18 g carbs · 4 g fat · 2 g fiber
10 g protein · lower fat
Show the math
Protein10 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density6.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat23.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar0 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density155 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1189 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Avocado Salad Bowl, SmallGood fit
11 g protein · 194 cal · 27 g carbs · 7 g fat · 12 g fiber
11 g protein · 12 g fiber · lower fat
Show the math
Protein11 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density5.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat32.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber12 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar2 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density194 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium632 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Avocado Salad Bowl, RegularGood fit
13 g protein · 285 cal · 35 g carbs · 14 g fat · 17 g fiber
13 g protein · 17 g fiber · lower fat
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat44.2% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber17 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar3 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density285 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium789 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

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Lower fit

Scored a lower fit for a GLP-1 pattern, whether for higher fat, a denser portion, or less protein per calorie. Some carry a lot of protein but enough fat or calories that our rubric still rates them a lower fit, so the number is not the whole story. Each shows the specific reason. For a better fit, see the orders above. How we score.
Sweet Shoyu Tofu Bowl, RegularLower fit
21 g protein · 581 cal · 90 g carbs · 16 g fat · 8 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein21 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat24.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber8 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar8 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density581 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1118 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sweet Shoyu Tofu Burrito, RegularLower fit
22 g protein · 608 cal · 91 g carbs · 18 g fat · 10 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1449 mg sodium
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Protein22 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat26.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber10 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar8 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density608 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1449 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Luxe Lobster Bowl, RegularLower fit
21 g protein · 609 cal · 93 g carbs · 17 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1972 mg sodium
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Protein21 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat25.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar10 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density609 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1972 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Dynamite Shrimp PlateLower fit
33 g protein · 963 cal · 96 g carbs · 46 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1832 mg sodium
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Protein33 gstrong at 30 g or morestrong
Protein density3.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat43% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar3 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density963 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1832 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bang Bang Chicken Burrito, RegularLower fit
21 g protein · 734 cal · 80 g carbs · 34 g fat · 5 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1282 mg sodium
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Protein21 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat41.7% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar8 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density734 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1282 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bang Bang Chicken Burrito, LargeLower fit
26 g protein · 885 cal · 85 g carbs · 46 g fat · 6 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1704 mg sodium
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Protein26 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat46.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber6 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar11 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density885 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1704 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, LargeLower fit
25 g protein · 892 cal · 89 g carbs · 46 g fat · 6 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1674 mg sodium
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Protein25 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat46.4% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber6 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar11 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density892 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1674 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, RegularLower fit
20 g protein · 741 cal · 83 g carbs · 34 g fat · 5 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1251 mg sodium
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Protein20 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat41.3% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar8 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density741 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1251 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Avocado Salad Bowl, LargeLower fit
14 g protein · 353 cal · 38 g carbs · 20 g fat · 19 g fiber
watch: higher fat (51% of calories)
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Protein14 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4moderate
Fat51% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber19 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar3 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density353 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium791 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Flagged on fat without both strong protein and strong density. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Spam MusubiLower fit
8 g protein · 224 cal · 30 g carbs · 7 g fat · 1 g fiber
8 g protein · lower fat
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Protein8 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.6 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat28.1% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar0 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density224 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium531 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sweet Shoyu Tofu Bowl, SmallLower fit
13 g protein · 375 cal · 56 g carbs · 12 g fat · 7 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein13 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density3.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat28.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber7 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar8 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density375 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium960 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Luxe Lobster Bowl, SmallLower fit
11 g protein · 401 cal · 54 g carbs · 16 g fat · 3 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1456 mg sodium
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Protein11 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat35.9% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar8 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density401 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1456 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, SmallLower fit
12 g protein · 442 cal · 46 g carbs · 22 g fat · 4 g fiber
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein12 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density2.7 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat44.8% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar6 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density442 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium828 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Seaweed SaladLower fit
3 g protein · 222 cal · 30 g carbs · 12 g fat · 6 g fiber
watch: 1955 mg sodium
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Protein3 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1.4 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat48.6% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedok
Fiber6 greward 5+, flag over 30rewarded
Added sugar0 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density222 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1955 mginformational over 1200 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Furikake Mac SaladLower fit
5 g protein · 492 cal · 31 g carbs · 38 g fat · 1 g fiber
watch: higher fat (69.5% of calories), energy-dense, low protein
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Protein5 gstrong at 30 g or morebelow 30 g
Protein density1 g per 100 kcalstrong at 7.5+, weak under 4low density
Fat69.5% of caloriesflag over 50% or friedflagged
Fiber1 greward 5+, flag over 30ok
Added sugar0 gflag over 30 gok
Portion density492 kcalflag if density under 4 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium495 mginformational over 1200 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 4 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Best proteins to build around

GLP-1 fit is Nishi's score, not the restaurant's. How we score.

Numbers are for one orderable item as Pokeworks lists it on its nutrition menu (a signature or build-your-own bowl or burrito at its listed size, a Hawaiian hot plate, or a side), at the item's default configuration. Tap "Show the math" on any pick to see exactly how its rating was calculated.

Umami Ahi Burrito (Large)Good fit
57 g protein · 672 cal · 11 g fat · 1899 mg sodium
watch: 1899 mg sodium
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Protein57 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density8.5 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6moderate
Fat14.7% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugar6 gflag over 17 gok
Portion density672 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1899 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Umami Ahi Bowl (Regular)Good fit
41 g protein · 605 cal · 10 g fat · 1522 mg sodium
watch: 1522 mg sodium
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Protein41 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density6.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6moderate
Fat14.9% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedok
Fiber3 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugar6 gflag over 17 gok
Portion density605 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1522 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Umami Ahi Bowl (Small)Good fit
24 g protein · 384 cal · 8 g fat · 1173 mg sodium
watch: 1173 mg sodium
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Protein24 gstrong at 25 g or morebelow 25 g
Protein density6.3 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6moderate
Fat18.8% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedok
Fiber2 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugar6 gflag over 17 gok
Portion density384 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreok
Sodium1173 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Good fit. Solid, but not the full combination of strong protein, strong density, and no flags, so it sits in the middle. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Hawaiian Ahi Bowl (Regular)Lower fit
40 g protein · 680 cal · 20 g fat · 1296 mg sodium
watch: energy-dense, low protein, 1296 mg sodium
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Protein40 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density5.9 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat26.5% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedok
Fiber4 greward 5+, flag over 18ok
Added sugar5 gflag over 17 gok
Portion density680 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium1296 mginformational over 800 mgshown; does not change the tier

Lower fit. Protein density is under 6 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

Sweet Sesame Chicken Bowl (Regular)Lower fit
35 g protein · 731 cal · 24 g fat · 747 mg sodium
watch: energy-dense, low protein
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Protein35 gstrong at 25 g or morestrong
Protein density4.8 g per 100 kcalstrong at 10+, weak under 6low density
Fat29.5% of caloriesflag over 37.5% or friedok
Fiber5 greward 5+, flag over 18rewarded
Added sugar10 gflag over 17 gok
Portion density731 kcalflag if density under 6 and 300 kcal or moreflagged
Sodium747 mginformational over 800 mgok

Lower fit. Protein density is under 6 g per 100 kcal, which is fundamentally low when appetite is limited. These published rules are applied the same way to every item scored on this bar; see how we score.

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Common questions

What's the most GLP-1-friendly order at Pokeworks?

An ahi (tuna) bowl. A Regular Umami Ahi Bowl is 605 calories for 41 g of protein, mostly raw tuna and rice with very little added fat, and a Small is 384 calories for 24 g if your appetite is lighter. Raw fish is lean and very high in protein per calorie, which is exactly what a GLP-1 pattern rewards.

What's the highest-protein order at Pokeworks?

A Large Umami Ahi Burrito, at 57 g of protein for 672 calories, just ahead of the Large Umami Ahi Bowl at 56 g. The ahi (tuna) bowls and burritos sized up to Large reach the mid-50s in protein; the chicken, salmon and other bowls are lower. At a Regular size the ahi bowls and burritos carry 40 to 42 g.

Which Pokeworks bowl has the least sodium?

Among the high-protein bowls, the Sweet Sesame Chicken Bowl is the standout at 747 mg for 35 g of protein. Most Pokeworks bowls run far higher (1,100 to 2,100 mg) because the soy, ponzu and spicy-mayo sauces carry the salt, so if sodium is your concern, ask for sauce on the side and go easy on it.

Is poke a good choice on a GLP-1?

Yes, it is one of the better fast-casual formats. Raw ahi and salmon and chicken are lean and high in protein, and a rice or greens base with vegetables fills the bowl out. Keep it GLP-1-friendly by choosing a Regular or Small size, going easy on the creamy sauces, and watching sodium. Spicy Edamame (26 g protein, 12 g fiber) is a strong side.

What is the lowest-calorie Pokeworks order with at least 15 g of protein?

Among the orders listed in this guide, the lowest-calorie Pokeworks order that still reaches at least 15 g of protein is the Surimi Salad: about 300 calories and 20 g protein.

Why you can trust this

  • Where the numbers come from. Pokeworks official nutrition (pokeworks.com, via Nutritionix), last verified 2026-10-26. We publish only values the restaurant itself publishes.
  • How each score is calculated. Deterministic rules published in full in our methodology (v1.1), with one published bar for single ingredients and one for whole meals. Every row above lists the exact factors behind its label.
  • What the score does and does not consider. See the limitations. It scores one item, not your whole day, and it is not medical advice.
  • How to challenge or correct it. Tell us if a value is stale or a call looks wrong. Corrections are recorded in the methodology version history.

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