15 Best Foods to Eat During Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting is not just about when you eat, it is also about what you eat during your eating window. The best foods for intermittent fasting are nutrient-dense, filling, and help you maintain energy during fasting periods. These foods maximize the benefits of your eating window.
The Rankings
Chicken Breast
With 53.4g protein and 0.0g fiber, chicken breast keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 284 calories per 1 breast (172g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Soybeans
With 29.0g protein and 10.0g fiber, soybeans keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 298 calories per 1 cup cooked (172g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Navy Beans
With 15.0g protein and 19.0g fiber, navy beans keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 255 calories per 1 cup cooked (182g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Lentils
With 18.0g protein and 16.0g fiber, lentils keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 230 calories per 1 cup cooked (198g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Split Peas
With 16.0g protein and 16.0g fiber, split peas keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 231 calories per 1 cup cooked (196g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Big Mac
With 26.0g protein and 3.0g fiber, big mac keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 563 calories per 1 sandwich (215g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Burrito Bowl
With 22.0g protein and 8.0g fiber, burrito bowl keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 440 calories per 1 bowl (400g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Pinto Beans
With 15.0g protein and 15.0g fiber, pinto beans keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 245 calories per 1 cup cooked (171g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Black Beans
With 15.0g protein and 15.0g fiber, black beans keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 227 calories per 1 cup cooked (172g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Chicken Alfredo
With 28.0g protein and 2.0g fiber, chicken alfredo keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 510 calories per 1 serving (340g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Lima Beans
With 15.0g protein and 13.0g fiber, lima beans keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 216 calories per 1 cup cooked (170g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Burrito
With 21.0g protein and 6.0g fiber, burrito keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 520 calories per 1 burrito (226g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Chickpeas
With 15.0g protein and 12.0g fiber, chickpeas keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 269 calories per 1 cup cooked (164g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Fried Chicken
With 29.0g protein and 0.5g fiber, fried chicken keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 320 calories per 1 drumstick (72g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
White Beans
With 17.0g protein and 11.0g fiber, white beans keeps you satisfied longer during fasting periods. At 249 calories per 1 cup cooked (179g), it is nutrient-dense fuel for your eating window.
Quick Comparison Table
Here is a side-by-side nutritional comparison of all the foods on this list:
| # | Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🍗 Chicken Breast | 284 | 53.4g | 0.0g | 6.2g | 0.0g |
| 2 | 🫘 Soybeans | 298 | 29.0g | 17.0g | 15.0g | 10.0g |
| 3 | 🫘 Navy Beans | 255 | 15.0g | 47.0g | 1.1g | 19.0g |
| 4 | 🫘 Lentils | 230 | 18.0g | 40.0g | 0.8g | 16.0g |
| 5 | 🫘 Split Peas | 231 | 16.0g | 41.0g | 0.8g | 16.0g |
| 6 | 🍔 Big Mac | 563 | 26.0g | 44.0g | 33.0g | 3.0g |
| 7 | 🥗 Burrito Bowl | 440 | 22.0g | 50.0g | 16.0g | 8.0g |
| 8 | 🫘 Pinto Beans | 245 | 15.0g | 45.0g | 1.1g | 15.0g |
| 9 | 🫘 Black Beans | 227 | 15.0g | 41.0g | 0.9g | 15.0g |
| 10 | 🍝 Chicken Alfredo | 510 | 28.0g | 45.0g | 24.0g | 2.0g |
| 11 | 🫘 Lima Beans | 216 | 15.0g | 39.0g | 0.7g | 13.0g |
| 12 | 🌯 Burrito | 520 | 21.0g | 63.0g | 18.0g | 6.0g |
| 13 | 🫘 Chickpeas | 269 | 15.0g | 45.0g | 4.2g | 12.0g |
| 14 | 🍗 Fried Chicken | 320 | 29.0g | 13.0g | 17.0g | 0.5g |
| 15 | 🫘 White Beans | 249 | 17.0g | 45.0g | 0.6g | 11.0g |
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Summary and Recommendations
The foods listed above represent some of the best choices for foods for intermittent fasting. Remember that no single food is a magic solution. The most effective approach is building a balanced diet that incorporates a variety of nutrient-dense foods. Use the Calory app to track these foods and see how they fit into your personalized nutrition plan. Whether you are just starting your health journey or fine-tuning an established routine, these foods provide the nutritional foundation for success.
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