# Calorie-Specific Restaurant Menus The Olive Garden 'Tastes of the Mediterranean' Menu is Healthier By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-01-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-olive-garden References: [brandeating](http://www.brandeating.com/2017/01/olive-garden-releases-under-600-calorie-tastes-of-mediterranean-menu.html) Looking to help offer consumers a way to enjoy without wondering about nutritional facts, The [Olive Garden](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/create-your-own-pasta) 'Tastes of the Mediterranean' menu is a great new addition to the brand's offerings. The menu consists of six different entrees that are each under 600-calories to make picking a [healthier alternative when out to eat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saladworks-new-menu) a simpler process. Major fast food chains and restaurant brands are beginning to answer the growing call from consumers to know how many calories are in their favorite dishes. As consumers begin to inform themselves more explicitly regarding how indulgent their favorite foods are, we're seeing the market respond accordingly with new offerings. The Olive Garden 'Tastes of the Mediterranean' menu features the new Chicken Margherita, the new Linguine di Mere, Shrimp Scampi, Herb-Grilled Salmon, Chicken Piccata, and Cod or Tilapia Piccata. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Calorie-specific Menus:** Restaurants are offering more low-calorie options for health-conscious diners. - **Nutrition Transparency:** Food establishments are providing more detailed information about the nutritional content of their menu items. - **Healthy Eating:** More restaurants are catering to health-focused consumers by offering healthier menu options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Restaurant:** Restaurants can innovate by introducing more healthy and low-calorie options in their menu offerings. - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can explore ways to provide more accurate and detailed nutritional information for their products. - **Fitness and Wellness:** The fitness and wellness industry can partner with restaurants and food brands to promote healthier eating options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artisan-Inspired Pasta Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/create-your-own-pasta.md) - [Nutrition-Focused Temporary Dining Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fords-garage.md) - [Sharable Fried Shrimp Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shrimp-fritto-misto.md) - [Calorie-Minded Steak Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balsamic-garlic-steak.md) - [Nutrition-Minded Pizzeria Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dominos-menu-items.md) - [Mediterranean-Inspired Salad Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-the-greek-salads.md) - [Greek Cuisine Pita Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pita-pit-mediterraneaninspired-menu.md) - [Medication-Minded Dining Options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volcano-grille-glpetite-plate.md) - [Health-Minded Fast Food Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivers-real-foods.md)