Vegan Options at Panda Express
Quick Answer: Panda Express has 5 vegan options. The highest-protein option at Panda Express is the Chow Mein with 13g protein (510 cal). Top pick overall: the Steamed Brown Rice (420 cal, 9g protein, Nom Score A).
Top Vegan Picks at Panda Express
Of the 5 vegan options at Panda Express, the Steamed Brown Rice rates highest — Nom Score A (94/100), on 420 calories, 9g protein, and 15mg sodium. The Chow Mein carries the most protein at 13g. The lightest is the Super Greens, at 45 calories. Most come from the Sides menu (4 of 5). Protein ranges 3–13g across the picks.
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What to Avoid
These items at Panda Express don’t meet vegan criteria:
Pro Tips: How to Order Vegan at Panda Express
Common questions about vegan at Panda Express
Is Panda Express good for vegan diets?
Panda Express has 5 vegan options; the best is the Steamed Brown Rice (Nom Score A). For more variety, Starbucks has 15 vegan options.
What’s the best vegan option at Panda Express?
The Steamed Brown Rice is the best choice with 420 calories, 9g protein, and a Nom Score of A.
What is the highest-protein item at Panda Express?
The highest-protein option at Panda Express is the Chow Mein with 13g protein (510 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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