High-protein McDonald's preset orders
| Order | Calories | Protein | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double QP w/ Cheese + Side Salad | 755 | 49g | Open in calculator |
| 20pc McNuggets + Water | 830 | 46g | Open in calculator |
| Quarter Pounder + Side Salad | 535 | 31g | Open in calculator |
| McCrispy + Apple Slices | 485 | 26g | Open in calculator |
How to order high-protein at McDonald's
The Double Quarter Pounder is the protein king — 48g in a single sandwich. But if you're watching calories, the McCrispy is the smarter pick: 26g of protein for 470 calories. Skip the large fries (480 cal, only 6g protein) and swap the regular Coke for Diet Coke or water to keep the protein-to-calorie ratio high. The 20-piece McNuggets is also a strong protein source at 46g — pair it with a low-calorie sauce like tangy BBQ (45 cal) rather than creamy ranch (110 cal).
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FAQ
What is the highest-protein order at McDonald's?
A Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese plus a Side Salad reaches 49g of protein. The 20-piece McNuggets has 46g on its own.
What's a high-protein McDonald's order that isn't too high in calories?
A McCrispy with apple slices is 485 calories with 26g of protein — one of the best protein-per-calorie orders on the menu.
How do these preset links work?
Each 'Open in calculator' button loads that exact meal into the main calculator via the URL — tweak any item and save your own shareable link.