McDonalds – keto

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Breakfast Options

  1. Sausage McMuffin (No Muffin)
    • Modifications: Remove the English muffin.
    • Nutrition: 340 calories, 30g fat, 2g net carbs, 15g protein
    • Details: Includes sausage patty and American cheese. A solid high-fat, low-carb option.
  2. Egg McMuffin (No Muffin)
    • Modifications: Remove the English muffin.
    • Nutrition: 170 calories, 12g fat, 3g net carbs, 12g protein
    • Details: Features a round egg, Canadian bacon, and American cheese. High protein, moderate fat.
  3. Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit (No Biscuit)
    • Modifications: Remove the biscuit.
    • Nutrition: 200 calories, 15g fat, 4g net carbs, 12g protein
    • Details: Includes bacon, egg, and cheese. Can swap bacon for sausage for variety.
  4. Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddle (No Griddle Cake)
    • Modifications: Remove the griddle cake.
    • Nutrition: 350 calories, 28g fat, 3g net carbs, 20g protein
    • Details: High-fat option with sausage, egg, and cheese.
  5. Sausage Burrito (No Tortilla)
    • Modifications: Remove the tortilla.
    • Nutrition: 150 calories, 12g fat, 4g net carbs, 9g protein
    • Details: A scramble of eggs, sausage, cheese, and vegetables (onions, tomatoes, green chiles). Can be eaten alone or wrapped in a low-carb tortilla you bring.
  6. Big Breakfast (No Biscuit, No Hash Brown)
    • Modifications: Remove the biscuit and hash brown; add bacon or cheese for extra fat.
    • Nutrition: 260 calories, 19g fat, 2g net carbs, 19g protein
    • Details: Includes scrambled eggs and sausage patty. Adding bacon or cheese boosts fat content.
  7. Sausage Patty (Side Order)
    • Modifications: Order as a standalone item.
    • Nutrition: 200 calories, 19g fat, 1g net carbs, 7g protein
    • Details: A simple, high-fat option that can be paired with eggs or cheese.

Lunch/Dinner Options

  1. Hamburger (No Bun, No Ketchup)
    • Modifications: Remove the bun and ketchup; keep pickles, onions, and mustard.
    • Nutrition: 100 calories, 7g fat, 1g net carbs, 7g protein
    • Details: Basic beef patty with low-carb toppings. Can add lettuce for a wrap.
  2. Cheeseburger (No Bun, No Ketchup)
    • Modifications: Remove the bun and ketchup; keep cheese, pickles, onions, mustard.
    • Nutrition: 150 calories, 11g fat, 2g net carbs, 10g protein
    • Details: Adds cheese for extra fat compared to the hamburger.
  3. McDouble (No Bun, No Ketchup)
    • Modifications: Remove the bun and ketchup; keep cheese, pickles, onions, mustard.
    • Nutrition: 250 calories, 18g fat, 3g net carbs, 17g protein
    • Details: Two beef patties and one slice of cheese, offering higher protein.
  4. Double Cheeseburger (No Bun, No Ketchup)
    • Modifications: Remove the bun and ketchup; keep cheese, pickles, onions, mustard.
    • Nutrition: 300 calories, 22g fat, 4g net carbs, 20g protein
    • Details: Two beef patties and two cheese slices, balancing fat and protein.
  5. Big Mac (No Bun, No Big Mac Sauce, No Pickles, No Onions)
    • Modifications: Remove the bun, Big Mac sauce, pickles, and onions; keep lettuce and cheese.
    • Nutrition: 250 calories, 18g fat, 3g net carbs, 18g protein
    • Details: Two beef patties with cheese and lettuce. Skipping the sauce and toppings reduces carbs further.
  6. Quarter Pounder with Cheese (No Bun, No Ketchup)
    • Modifications: Remove the bun and ketchup; keep cheese, pickles, onions, mustard.
    • Nutrition: 340 calories, 24g fat, 3g net carbs, 25g protein
    • Details: Larger beef patty with high protein and fat. Can add bacon for extra fat (4g net carbs total).
  7. Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese (No Bun, No Ketchup)
    • Modifications: Remove the bun and ketchup; keep cheese, pickles, onions, mustard.
    • Nutrition: 590 calories, 43g fat, 5g net carbs, 45g protein
    • Details: High-calorie, high-protein option for those needing a filling meal.
  8. Bacon McDouble (No Bun, No Ketchup)
    • Modifications: Remove the bun and ketchup; keep bacon, cheese, pickles, onions, mustard.
    • Nutrition: 290 calories, 21g fat, 3g net carbs, 23g protein
    • Details: Adds bacon for extra fat and flavor.

Sides

  1. Side Salad (No Carrots, No Dressing)
    • Modifications: Remove carrots; use ranch dipping sauce (1g net carbs) instead of dressing.
    • Nutrition: 18 calories, 0g fat, 3g net carbs, 1g protein
    • Details: A small salad with lettuce. Pair with a burger for a “burger salad.”

Drinks

  1. Unsweetened Iced Tea
    • Nutrition: 0 calories, 0g fat, 0g net carbs, 0g protein
    • Details: Keto-friendly; sweeten with a keto sweetener like Stevia if desired.
  2. Diet Coke or Coke Zero
    • Nutrition: 0 calories, 0g fat, 0g net carbs, 0g protein
    • Details: Zero-carb soda options. Availability may vary by location.
  3. Black Coffee
    • Nutrition: 0 calories, 0g fat, 1g net carbs, 0g protein
    • Details: Add a splash of heavy cream (if available) for fat, but avoid sugary syrups.
  4. Bottled Water
    • Nutrition: 0 calories, 0g fat, 0g net carbs, 0g protein
    • Details: The safest zero-carb option.

Sauces/Condiments

  1. Mayonnaise
    • Nutrition: 90 calories, 10g fat, 0g net carbs, 0g protein
    • Details: High-fat, keto-friendly addition to burgers or salads.
  2. Mustard
    • Nutrition: 0 calories, 0g fat, 0g net carbs, 0g protein
    • Details: Adds flavor without carbs.
  3. Creamy Ranch Dipping Sauce
    • Nutrition: 140 calories, 15g fat, 1g net carbs, 0g protein
    • Details: Use sparingly for salads or as a dip; much lower in carbs than salad dressings.
  4. Spicy Buffalo Sauce
    • Nutrition: 30 calories, 3g fat, 1g net carbs, 0g protein
    • Details: Adds spice and minimal carbs; can mix with ranch for a creamy dip.

Notes and Tips

  • Customization: Use McDonald’s app or nutrition calculator to verify macros after modifications. Some locations may offer lettuce wraps, but shredded lettuce is more common.
  • Avoid: Buns, ketchup (2g carbs per packet), Big Mac sauce (2g carbs), breaded chicken, fries, hash browns, apple slices (4g net carbs), and sugary drinks/desserts.
  • Health Considerations: While these options are keto-friendly, fast food is often high in sodium, saturated fat, and processed oils (e.g., soybean oil), which may cause inflammation if consumed frequently. Limit to occasional use.
  • Pro Tip: Order a side salad and place burger patties on top for a “burger salad” to increase volume and nutrients. Add mayo or ranch for extra fat.
  • Availability: Some items (e.g., grilled chicken sandwiches) may not be available at all locations due to menu changes. Check local menus.

These options allow you to stay within keto guidelines (under 50g net carbs daily, ideally 20-30g for strict keto) while enjoying McDonald’s. Always double-check nutritional info at your location, as preparation and portion sizes may vary. If you need further details or have specific preferences, let me know!

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