El Pollo Loco Guide

Low Calorie at El Pollo Loco

The lowest-calorie substantial item at El Pollo Loco is the Jalapeno Hot Sauce, at 0 calories.

Low Calorie Menu Items

ItemCaloriesProtein
Jalapeno Hot Sauce00g
Gravy for Mashed Potatoes50g
Sliced Jalapeno Peppers50g
Pico de Gallo Salsa100g
House Salsa100g
Salsa Roja100g
Avocado Salsa300g
Broccoli605g
Low Fat Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing700g
Light Creamy Cilantro Dressing701g
Vitamin Water XXX800g
Fire-Grilled Chicken Leg8012g
Fire-Grilled Chicken Wing9012g
Fuze Sweetened Raspberry Iced Tea1000g
Gold Peak Fresh-Brewed Sweetened Tea1100g

Across all 65 menu items we track at El Pollo Loco, the median is about 250 calories and 12g of protein — so the low calorie picks above are meaningfully different from a typical order, not just the default menu re-sorted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best low calorie option at El Pollo Loco?
The lowest-calorie substantial item at El Pollo Loco is the Jalapeno Hot Sauce, at 0 calories.
What else at El Pollo Loco fits low calorie?
The Gravy for Mashed Potatoes is another strong pick — 5 calories, 0g protein.

Nutrition data verified August 31, 2026.

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