McDonald's Guide

Low Carb at McDonald's

The lowest-carb item at McDonald's is the Iced Tea, with 0g of carbs.

Low Carb Menu Items

ItemCaloriesProtein
Iced Tea51g
Tartar Sauce Cup1400g
Coffee Cream200g
Whipped Margarine400g
Creamy Ranch Sauce1100g
Coffee02g
Spicy Buffalo Sauce350g
EQUAL® 0 Calorie Sweetener00g
SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener00g
Marinara Sauce150g
Peanuts for Sundaes452g
Big Mac Sauce700g
Newman's Own® Low Fat Balsamic Vinaigrette350g
Side Salad151g
Ketchup Packet100g

Across all 157 menu items we track at McDonald's, the median is about 340 calories and 11g of protein — so the low carb picks above are meaningfully different from a typical order, not just the default menu re-sorted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best low carb option at McDonald's?
The lowest-carb item at McDonald's is the Iced Tea, with 0g of carbs.
What else at McDonald's fits low carb?
The Tartar Sauce Cup is another strong pick — 140 calories, 0g protein.

Nutrition data verified September 1, 2026.

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