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Carl’s Jr. • Vegan Guide • Updated June 2026

Vegan Options at Carl’s Jr.

Quick Answer: Yes, though the menu is thin — Carl’s Jr. has 3 vegan options. The top pick by Nom Score is the Natural-Cut French Fries (Medium) (400 cal, 4g protein, Nom Score B).

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The Nom Score read

Carl’s Jr.’s 3 vegan options are led by the Natural-Cut French Fries (Medium): Nom Score B (73/100), 400 calories, 4g protein, and 800mg sodium. The lightest is the Chocolatey Chip Cookies, at 170 calories. Protein ranges 1–4g across the picks. Figures are computed from Carl’s Jr.’s published nutrition data (June 2026).

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

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Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake
not flagged vegan
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Sausage Egg & Cheese Biscuit
not flagged vegan
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Monster Biscuit
not flagged vegan
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Biscuit 'N' Gravy
not flagged vegan
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Pro Tips: How to Order Vegan at Carl’s Jr.

Ask about vegan cheese and sour cream alternatives
Request no cheese, sour cream, or mayo on items
Choose items with beans, rice, and vegetables as the base
FAQ

Common questions about vegan at Carl’s Jr.

Is Carl’s Jr. good for vegan diets?

Carl’s Jr. has 3 vegan options; the best is the Natural-Cut French Fries (Medium) (Nom Score B). For more variety, Starbucks has 14 vegan options.

What’s the best vegan option at Carl’s Jr.?

The Natural-Cut French Fries (Medium) is the best choice with 400 calories, 4g 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 Natural-Cut French Fries (Medium) with 4g protein (400 cal).

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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