What McDonald's UK menu items are highest in protein?

The Quarter Pounder with Cheese leads with 29g protein, followed by the Chicken Legend and Double Cheeseburger, both packing 25g or more.

Are there low-calorie, high-protein options at McDonald's UK?

Yes! Chicken Selects (3 piece), Egg McMuffin, and Chicken McNuggets (6 or 9 piece) offer great protein with fewer calories.

Can I track my McDonald's meal on WhatsApp?

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Which McDonald's UK items are good vegan protein sources?

The McPlant burger offers 17g protein and is vegan. Pair it with fries for a plant-based protein meal.

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McDonald's UK Protein & Calorie Cheat Sheet

Did you know? The Quarter Pounder with Cheese packs 29g protein in just 518 calories!

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Protein Leaderboard

Best protein-per-calorie items at McDonald's UK. Higher % = more protein per calorie spent.

Chicken Selects (3 piece)310 cal

20g(6.5%)

Egg McMuffin297 cal

17g(5.7%)

Double Cheeseburger440 cal

25g(5.7%)

Chicken McNuggets (9 piece)388 cal

22g(5.7%)

Quarter Pounder with Cheese518 cal

29g(5.6%)

Popular Orders, Exposed

We built the most common McDonald's UK orders. Some are genius. Some are traps.

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The Protein Power Duo

Smart Pick

Quarter Pounder with Cheese518
Chicken Selects (3 piece)310

828 cal49g protein

Maximise muscle fuel with 49g protein under 830 calories.

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The Sneaky Calorie Trap

Calorie Trap

Big Mac508
Medium Fries337

845 cal30g protein

Big Mac plus fries sneaks up to 845 cal but only 30g protein.

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The Low-Cal Protein Fix

Smart Pick

Egg McMuffin297
Chicken McNuggets (6 piece)259

556 cal31g protein

A tasty 31g protein combo under 550 calories? Yes, please!

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The Mega Protein Splurge

Splurge

Double Cheeseburger440
Chicken Legend490

930 cal50g protein

High protein feast with 50g protein but nearly 930 calories.

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The Vegan Protein Surprise

Smart Pick

McPlant405
Large Fries444

849 cal22g protein

Plant-based & protein-friendly with 22g protein and 849 cal.

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The Fries Fan Trap

Calorie Trap

Large Fries444
Oreo McFlurry (Regular)339

783 cal13g protein

High calories (783) with only 13g protein — tasty but tricky!

The Cheat Codes

💡Choose the Quarter Pounder with Cheese for top protein (29g) per 518 calories.

🔄Opt for Chicken Selects (3 piece) to get 20g protein in just 310 calories.

🌶️Skip Large Fries to save 444 calories and get more protein elsewhere.

⚠️Egg McMuffin is a smart breakfast choice with 17g protein and under 300 calories.

🌯Pair Chicken McNuggets (6 piece) with a low-cal side for a protein boost under 400 calories.

🚰Avoid combos with fries and McFlurry to stay calorie-conscious and protein-focused.

🎯Try the McPlant burger for a vegan option with a respectable 17g protein.

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Nutritional information is approximate and based on publicly available data from McDonald's UK's website and menu resources. Values may vary by location, serving size, preparation method, and seasonal menu changes. This page is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice. Always verify with the restaurant directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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