What to Order at Texas Roadhouse for High Cholesterol

A steakhouse sounds like the enemy when you're watching your cholesterol, but it's very workable: choose a lean cut, keep the portion sensible, and be smart about the sides (and those endless rolls).

What to look for

The saturated-fat load is in fatty/marbled cuts, butter, cheese-loaded sides, and fried appetizers. Lean on leaner cuts, grilled chicken or fish, and vegetable sides, and cap the bread.

Heart-smart picks

• Grilled chicken or a grilled fish (salmon) if you'd rather skip red meat.

• Sirloin (the leaner steak option), a smaller size, trimmed — steak in moderation is fine.

• Steamed vegetables, green beans, or a side salad (dressing on the side) instead of loaded fries or mac & cheese.

• A plain baked potato, easy on the butter/sour cream/cheese.

Solid runners-up

• Grilled shrimp with vegetables.

• A house salad + smaller sirloin combo.

What to skip

• Fatty, heavily marbled cuts and oversized portions.

• Loaded baked potatoes, cheese fries, and mac & cheese.

• Fried appetizers (onion, cheese sticks) and unlimited rolls with cinnamon butter.

Quick tips

Pick a leaner, smaller cut (or grilled chicken/fish), make both sides vegetables, and go easy on the butter and rolls. Portion is the biggest lever at a steakhouse.

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Forage and this guide offer general wellness guidance, not medical advice. Nutrition varies by location and portion — confirm with the restaurant, and talk to your doctor about your diet.