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Carl’s Jr. • High Protein Guide • Updated June 2026

High Protein Options at Carl’s Jr.

Quick Answer: Carl’s Jr. has 28 high protein options. The highest-protein option at Carl’s Jr. is the Double El Diablo with 58g protein (1180 cal). Top pick overall: the Bacon Egg and Cheese Burrito (470 cal, 26g protein, Nom Score B).

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See all 28 high protein options at Carl’s Jr.
The Nom Score read

The Bacon Egg and Cheese Burrito tops Carl’s Jr.’s 28 high protein options — Nom Score B (70/100) on 470 calories, 26g protein, and 760mg sodium. The Double Guacamole Bacon Burger carries the most protein at 54g. Most come from the Burgers menu (6 of 10). Protein ranges 26–54g across the picks. Figures are computed from Carl’s Jr.’s published nutrition data (June 2026).

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Watch-outs

What to Avoid

These items at Carl’s Jr. don’t meet high protein criteria:

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Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake
only 13g protein (min 20)
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Churro Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake
only 14g protein (min 20)
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Sausage Egg & Cheese Biscuit
only 19g protein (min 20)
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Biscuit 'N' Gravy
only 8g protein (min 20)
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Bacon Egg & Cheese Biscuit
only 17g protein (min 20)
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order High Protein at Carl’s Jr.

The Charbroiled Chicken Club delivers 43g protein for 690 calories—the leanest high-protein pick
The 5-piece Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders give 41g protein; the 10-piece hits 82g
Among burgers, the Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger (55g) and Cali XL (52g) top the protein list
FAQ

Common questions about high protein at Carl’s Jr.

Is Carl’s Jr. good for high protein diets?

Yes — Carl’s Jr. has 28 high protein options, topped by the Bacon Egg and Cheese Burrito (Nom Score B).

What’s the best high protein option at Carl’s Jr.?

The Bacon Egg and Cheese Burrito is the best choice with 470 calories, 26g protein, and a Nom Score of B.

What is the highest-protein item at Carl’s Jr.?

The highest-protein option at Carl’s Jr. is the Double El Diablo with 58g protein (1180 cal).

What’s the best high-protein, low-calorie option at Carl’s Jr.?

For protein without the calories, the Bacon Egg and Cheese Burrito is the pick — 26g protein in 470 calories (Nom Score B).

How we ranked these: Every item is scored by the Nom Score, which weighs sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein per calorie against FDA daily-value guidance. Data comes from Carl’s Jr.’s published nutrition information.

Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from Carl’s Jr.’s official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →

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