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Summer is in the air, and we’re swapping out our warm mugs with iced refreshments. Dunkin’s new seasonal menu will make this incredibly easy.
Before you take a drive over to your nearest Dunkin’, we askedEatingWell’s dietitians what they would order from the new menu. They gave their recommendations and what to keep in mind before ordering—here’s everything you need to know.
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Our nutrition editorJessica Ball, M.S., RD, and senior nutrition editorMaria Laura Haddad-Garciaagree on the flavor that they can’t wait to try: the Blueberry Donut Iced Coffee. The fruity taste is supposed to mimic the flavor of the fan-favorite blueberry doughnut.
“While I usually love to drink my coffee hot, sunny days here in Austin make me crave iced coffee every now and then,” Haddad-Garcia shares. “And the Blueberry Donut Iced Coffee looks delicious. Blueberry flavors with a touch of sweet pastry dough sound like a winner.”
Here’s the nutrition information on a small Blueberry Donut Iced Coffee:
While the drink is lower in calories and sodium, there are other factors you should be mindful of, like the sugar content.
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Haddad-Garcia would order the drink exactly like Ball. Plus, she can definitely see herself ordering the new Green Goddess Wrap for a grab-and-go lunch.
Here’s the nutritional breakdown on one Green Goddess Wrap:
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As for the three refreshers, our social media specialistAnnie Nguyen, M.A., RD, has her eye specifically on one.
“I love grabbing a green tea, especially if it’s flavored, so I would definitely order a small Mango Pineapple Dunkin’ Refresher,” Nguyen says.
A small Mango Pineapple Dunkin’ Refresher contains the following:
The new Kiwi Watermelon Refresher—as well as the returning Strawberry Dragonfruit Refresher—are very similar in nutritional value. All three drinks range from 36 to 38 grams of added sugar per small serving. However, Nguyen explains that she would still order the Mango Pineapple Refresher as-is—here’s why.
“Since the small size does have 38 grams of added sugar, I would get it as an occasional sweet treat to keep my added sugar intake lower,” she explains. AtEatingWell, we believe that any foods or drinks can be included in a healthy eating pattern. Moderation is key, and a sweet treat every now and again shouldn’t impede on your health goals.
The Bottom Line
While you should keep in mind the amount of added sugar in these drinks, there are healthier ways to try them: order a small and ask for less syrup. Or drink one as sold and enjoy it, especially when it’s a once-every-so-often treat. As for the Green Goddess Wrap, this choice can be a healthy source of protein if your sodium intake isn’t high throughout the rest of your day.
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SourcesEatingWell uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.Dunkin'.Nutrition GuideU.S. Department of Agriculture.Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025American Heart Association.Added Sugars
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EatingWell uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.Dunkin'.Nutrition GuideU.S. Department of Agriculture.Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025American Heart Association.Added Sugars
EatingWell uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.
Dunkin'.Nutrition GuideU.S. Department of Agriculture.Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025American Heart Association.Added Sugars
Dunkin'.Nutrition Guide
U.S. Department of Agriculture.Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025
American Heart Association.Added Sugars
