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Dairy Queen • Weight Loss & GLP-1 Friendly Guide • Updated June 2026

Weight Loss Options at Dairy Queen

Quick Answer: Dairy Queen has 4 weight loss options. The best — and the highest-protein — is the Hamburger - Double (500 cal, 32g protein, Nom Score C).

4Weight Loss Options
69Total Analyzed
CBest Grade
Top rated

Top Weight Loss Picks at Dairy Queen

1
C
Hamburger - Double
Cal
500
Prot
32g
Sod
950
Sug
7g
2
C
Original Cheeseburger
Cal
390
Prot
21g
Sod
1080
Sug
8g
3
C
Crispy Chicken Strips Salad Bowl
Cal
430
Prot
24g
Sod
1030
Sug
5g
Item
Grade
Cal
Protein
Carbs
Sodium
1
Hamburger - DoubleNom’s Top Pick
Great protein. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Char-grilled beef patties
C
500
32g
37g
950mg
2
Original Cheeseburger
Great portion. Watch the sodium. · Char-grilled beef patties
C
390
21g
37g
1080mg
3
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
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The Nom Score read

Dairy Queen’s 4 weight loss options are led by the Hamburger - Double: Nom Score C (61/100), 500 calories, 32g protein, and 950mg sodium. The lightest is the Original Cheeseburger, at 390 calories. Protein ranges 21–32g across the picks. Figures are computed from Dairy Queen’s published nutrition data (June 2026).

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What to Avoid

These items at Dairy Queen don’t meet weight loss criteria:

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Vanilla Shake (Small)
only 13g protein (min 20) — 520 cal (max 500)
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Chocolate Shake (Small)
only 13g protein (min 20) — 530 cal (max 500)
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Strawberry Shake (Small)
only 13g protein (min 20) — 59g sugar (max 10)
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Hot Fudge Shake (Small)
only 13g protein (min 20) — 550 cal (max 500)
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Caramel Shake (Small)
only 13g protein (min 20) — 550 cal (max 500)
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order Weight Loss at Dairy Queen

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Prioritize protein to stay full longer between meals
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Skip sugary drinks and stick to water or unsweetened tea
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Ask for light portions of high-calorie toppings
FAQ

Common questions about weight loss at Dairy Queen

Is Dairy Queen good for weight loss diets?

Dairy Queen has 4 weight loss options; the best is the Hamburger - Double (Nom Score C). For more variety, Jersey Mike’s Subs has 23 weight loss options.

What’s the best weight loss option at Dairy Queen?

The Hamburger - Double is the best choice with 500 calories, 32g protein, and a Nom Score of C.

What is the highest-protein item at Dairy Queen?

The highest-protein option at Dairy Queen is the Hamburger - Double with 32g protein (500 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 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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