The Lowest-Sodium Options at Panda Express
Quick Answer: Panda Express has 17 low sodium options. The lowest-sodium option at Panda Express is the Sweet & Sour Chicken Breast with 260mg sodium (300 cal). Top pick overall: the Honey Sesame Chicken Breast (490 cal, 16g protein, Nom Score B). Every pick here is 600mg of sodium or less; the FDA’s official “low sodium” label means 140mg or less, so we mark how close each gets in the table below.
Top Low Sodium Picks at Panda Express
The Honey Sesame Chicken Breast tops Panda Express’ 17 low sodium options — Nom Score B (79/100) on 490 calories, 16g protein, and 480mg sodium. The Grilled Teriyaki Chicken carries the most protein at 36g. The lightest is the String Bean Chicken Breast, at 190 calories. Every pick sits on the Chicken menu. Sodium runs 260–590mg across the picks. None clear the FDA’s 140mg “low sodium” line, but all stay at or under 600mg. Figures are computed from Panda Express’ published nutrition data (June 2026).
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Common questions about low sodium at Panda Express
Is Panda Express good for low sodium diets?
Yes — Panda Express has 17 low sodium options, topped by the Honey Sesame Chicken Breast (Nom Score B).
What’s the best low sodium option at Panda Express?
The Honey Sesame Chicken Breast is the best choice with 490 calories, 16g protein, and a Nom Score of B.
What is the lowest-sodium item at Panda Express?
The lowest-sodium option at Panda Express is the Sweet & Sour Chicken Breast with 260mg sodium (300 cal).
Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from Panda Express’ official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →
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