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Dairy Queen • Low Calorie Guide • Updated June 2026

Low Calorie Options at Dairy Queen

Quick Answer: Dairy Queen has 32 low calorie options. The lowest-calorie option at Dairy Queen is the Hamburger with 340 calories. Top pick overall: the Chicken Strips (3 pc) (430 cal, 19g protein, Nom Score B).

32Low Calorie Options
69Total Analyzed
BBest Grade
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Top Low Calorie Picks at Dairy Queen

1
B
Chicken Strips (3 pc)
Cal
430
Prot
19g
Sod
950
Sug
2g
2
C
Hamburger
Cal
340
Prot
19g
Sod
830
Sug
7g
3
C
Hamburger - Double
Cal
500
Prot
32g
Sod
950
Sug
7g
Item
Grade
Cal
Protein
Carbs
Sodium
1
Chicken Strips (3 pc)Nom’s Top Pick
Processed meat. Great sat fat & sugar. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Soft serve ice cream, char-grilled burgers
B
430
19g
41g
950mg
2
Hamburger
Great portion. Watch the sodium. · Char-grilled beef patties
C
340
19g
36g
830mg
3
Hamburger - Double
Great protein. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Char-grilled beef patties
C
500
32g
37g
950mg
4
Original Cheeseburger
Great portion. Watch the sodium. · Char-grilled beef patties
C
390
21g
37g
1080mg
5
Crispy Chicken Strips Salad Bowl
Whole food salad. Deep fried. Processed meat. Watch the sodium. · Soft serve ice cream, char-grilled burgers
C
430
24g
35g
1030mg
See all 32 low calorie options at Dairy Queen
The Nom Score read

Dairy Queen’s 32 low calorie options are led by the Chicken Strips (3 pc): Nom Score B (66/100), 430 calories, 19g protein, and 950mg sodium. The Hamburger - Double carries the most protein at 32g. The lightest is the Hamburger, at 340 calories. Most come from the Burgers menu (3 of 5). Calories run 340–500 across the picks. Figures are computed from Dairy Queen’s published nutrition data (June 2026).

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Watch-outs

What to Avoid

These items at Dairy Queen don’t meet low calorie criteria:

!
Vanilla Shake (Small)
520 cal (max 500)
!
Chocolate Shake (Small)
530 cal (max 500)
!
Hot Fudge Shake (Small)
550 cal (max 500)
!
Caramel Shake (Small)
550 cal (max 500)
!
Misty Slush (Small)
drink, not a meal
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order Low Calorie at Dairy Queen

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The Side Salad (20 cal) is the lowest calorie option on the menu
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Skip all Blizzards—even the mini is 340 calories
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A small vanilla cone (220 cal) is better than any Blizzard if you need dessert
FAQ

Common questions about low calorie at Dairy Queen

Is Dairy Queen good for low calorie diets?

Yes — Dairy Queen has 32 low calorie options, topped by the Chicken Strips (3 pc) (Nom Score B).

What’s the best low calorie option at Dairy Queen?

The Chicken Strips (3 pc) is the best choice with 430 calories, 19g protein, and a Nom Score of B.

What is the lowest-calorie item at Dairy Queen?

The lowest-calorie option at Dairy Queen is the Hamburger with 340 calories.

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

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