McDonald’s • Dairy-Free Guide • Updated June 2026
Dairy-Free Options at McDonald’s
Quick Answer: Yes — McDonald’s has 20 dairy-free options. The top pick by Nom Score is the McChicken (390 cal, 14g protein, Nom Score B).
20Dairy-Free Options
155Total Analyzed
BBest Grade
Top rated
Top Dairy-Free Picks at McDonald’s
1
B
McChicken
Cal
390
Prot
14g
Sod
560
Sug
4g
Contains: WheatSoyEgg
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Regular Bun: Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup and/or Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil and/or Canola Oil, Contains 2% or Less: Salt, Wheat Gluten, Calcium Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Ammonium Sulfate, Ammonium Chloride, Dough Conditioners (May Contain One or More of: Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, DATEM, Ascorbic Acid, Azodicarbonamide, Mono and Diglycerides, Ethoxylated Monoglycerides, Monocalcium Phosphate, Enzymes, Guar Gum, Calcium Peroxide), Sorbic Acid, Calcium Propionate and/or Sodium Propionate (Preservatives), Soy Lecithin. CONTAINS: WHEAT, SOY LECITHIN.
McChicken Patty: Chicken, Water, Salt, Sodium Phosphates. Battered and Breaded with: Bleached Wheat Flour, Water, Wheat Flour, Modified Food Starch, Salt, Spices, Wheat Gluten, Paprika, Dextrose, Yeast, Garlic Powder, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil and Cottonseed Oil with Mono and Diglycerides, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Ammonium Bicarbonate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Natural Flavor (Plant Source) with Extractives of Paprika. CONTAINS: WHEAT. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid added to preserve freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane added as an antifoaming agent.
Shredded Lettuce: Lettuce.
Mayonnaise Dressing: Water, Soybean Oil, Distilled Vinegar, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Enzyme Modified Egg Yolk, Salt, Sugar, Xanthan Gum, Mustard Flour, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Lemon Juice Concentrate, Polysorbate 80, Natural Flavor (Animal Source), Calcium Disodium EDTA to Protect Flavor, Beta Carotene (Color). CONTAINS: EGG.
2
C
Chicken McNuggets (10 piece)
Cal
410
Prot
23g
Sod
850
Sug
0g
Contains: Wheat
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Chicken McNuggets: White Boneless Chicken, Water, Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil), Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Bleached Wheat Flour, Yellow Corn Flour, Vegetable Starch (Modified Corn, Wheat, Rice, Pea, Corn), Salt, Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Calcium Lactate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Spices, Yeast Extract, Lemon Juice Solids, Dextrose, Natural Flavors. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid Added to Preserve Freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane Added as an Antifoaming Agent. CONTAINS: WHEAT.
3
C
Chicken McNuggets (4 piece)
Cal
170
Prot
9g
Sod
340
Sug
0g
Contains: Wheat
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Chicken McNuggets: White Boneless Chicken, Water, Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil), Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Bleached Wheat Flour, Yellow Corn Flour, Vegetable Starch (Modified Corn, Wheat, Rice, Pea, Corn), Salt, Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Calcium Lactate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Spices, Yeast Extract, Lemon Juice Solids, Dextrose, Natural Flavors. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid Added to Preserve Freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane Added as an Antifoaming Agent. CONTAINS: WHEAT.
Item
Grade
Cal
Protein
Carbs
Sodium
1
McChickenNom’s Top Pick
Great portion. Light on fiber. · Contains: Wheat, Soy, Egg
Contains: WheatSoyEgg
Regular Bun: Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup and/or Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil and/or Canola Oil, Contains 2% or Less: Salt, Wheat Gluten, Calcium Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Ammonium Sulfate, Ammonium Chloride, Dough Conditioners (May Contain One or More of: Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, DATEM, Ascorbic Acid, Azodicarbonamide, Mono and Diglycerides, Ethoxylated Monoglycerides, Monocalcium Phosphate, Enzymes, Guar Gum, Calcium Peroxide), Sorbic Acid, Calcium Propionate and/or Sodium Propionate (Preservatives), Soy Lecithin. CONTAINS: WHEAT, SOY LECITHIN.. McChicken Patty: Chicken, Water, Salt, Sodium Phosphates. Battered and Breaded with: Bleached Wheat Flour, Water, Wheat Flour, Modified Food Starch, Salt, Spices, Wheat Gluten, Paprika, Dextrose, Yeast, Garlic Powder, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil and Cottonseed Oil with Mono and Diglycerides, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Ammonium Bicarbonate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Natural Flavor (Plant Source) with Extractives of Paprika. CONTAINS: WHEAT. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid added to preserve freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane added as an antifoaming agent.. Shredded Lettuce: Lettuce.. Mayonnaise Dressing: Water, Soybean Oil, Distilled Vinegar, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Enzyme Modified Egg Yolk, Salt, Sugar, Xanthan Gum, Mustard Flour, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Lemon Juice Concentrate, Polysorbate 80, Natural Flavor (Animal Source), Calcium Disodium EDTA to Protect Flavor, Beta Carotene (Color). CONTAINS: EGG.
B
390
14g
38g
560mg
2
Chicken McNuggets (10 piece)
Processed meat. Great sat fat & sugar. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Contains: Wheat
Contains: Wheat
Chicken McNuggets: White Boneless Chicken, Water, Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil), Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Bleached Wheat Flour, Yellow Corn Flour, Vegetable Starch (Modified Corn, Wheat, Rice, Pea, Corn), Salt, Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Calcium Lactate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Spices, Yeast Extract, Lemon Juice Solids, Dextrose, Natural Flavors. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid Added to Preserve Freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane Added as an Antifoaming Agent. CONTAINS: WHEAT.
C
410
23g
26g
850mg
3
Chicken McNuggets (4 piece)
Processed meat. Great sat fat & sugar. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Contains: Wheat
Contains: Wheat
Chicken McNuggets: White Boneless Chicken, Water, Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil), Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Bleached Wheat Flour, Yellow Corn Flour, Vegetable Starch (Modified Corn, Wheat, Rice, Pea, Corn), Salt, Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Calcium Lactate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Spices, Yeast Extract, Lemon Juice Solids, Dextrose, Natural Flavors. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid Added to Preserve Freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane Added as an Antifoaming Agent. CONTAINS: WHEAT.
C
170
9g
10g
340mg
4
Chicken McNuggets (6 piece)
Processed meat. Great sat fat & sugar. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Contains: Wheat
Contains: Wheat
Chicken McNuggets: White Boneless Chicken, Water, Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil), Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Bleached Wheat Flour, Yellow Corn Flour, Vegetable Starch (Modified Corn, Wheat, Rice, Pea, Corn), Salt, Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Calcium Lactate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Spices, Yeast Extract, Lemon Juice Solids, Dextrose, Natural Flavors. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid Added to Preserve Freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane Added as an Antifoaming Agent. CONTAINS: WHEAT.
C
250
14g
15g
500mg
5
Hamburger
Great portion. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Contains: Wheat, Soy
Contains: WheatSoy
Regular Bun: Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup and/or Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil and/or Canola Oil, Contains 2% or Less: Salt, Wheat Gluten, Calcium Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Ammonium Sulfate, Ammonium Chloride, Dough Conditioners (May Contain One or More of: Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, DATEM, Ascorbic Acid, Azodicarbonamide, Mono and Diglycerides, Ethoxylated Monoglycerides, Monocalcium Phosphate, Enzymes, Guar Gum, Calcium Peroxide), Sorbic Acid, Calcium Propionate and/or Sodium Propionate (Preservatives), Soy Lecithin. CONTAINS: WHEAT, SOY LECITHIN.. 100% Beef Patty: 100% Pure USDA Inspected Beef; No Fillers, No Extenders. Prepared with Grill Seasoning (Salt, Black Pepper).. Ketchup: Tomato Concentrate from Red Ripe Tomatoes, Distilled Vinegar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Water, Salt, Natural Flavors (Plant Source).. Mustard: Distilled Vinegar, Water, Mustard Seed, Salt, Turmeric, Paprika, Spice Extractive.. Pickle Slices: Cucumbers, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Alum, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Natural Flavors (Plant Source), Polysorbate 80, Extractives of Turmeric (Color).. Onions: Onions.
C
250
12g
30g
510mg
6
McCrispy Chicken Sandwich
Deep fried. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Contains: Wheat
Contains: Wheat
Bakery Style Bun: Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Whole Wheat Flour, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Honey, Wheat Gluten, Contains 2% or Less of: Yeast, Soybean Oil, Maltodextrin (Dietary Fiber), Salt, Calcium Sulfate, Dough Conditioners (Wheat Flour, DATEM, Ascorbic Acid, Azodicarbonamide, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Mono and Diglycerides, Enzymes, Calcium Peroxide), Ammonium Sulfate, Natural Flavor (Botanical Source), Calcium Propionate (Preservative), Vitamin D3, Rolled Wheat (Topping). CONTAINS: WHEAT.. Crispy Chicken Fillet: Chicken Breast Fillet with Rib Meat, Water, Seasoning (Sugar, Salt, Sodium Phosphates, Modified Tapioca Starch, Spice, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Carrageenan, Natural [Vegetable and Botanical Source] and Artificial Flavors, Maltodextrin, Sunflower Lecithin, Gum Arabic). Battered and Breaded with: Bleached Wheat Flour, Water, Wheat Flour, Sugar, Salt, Modified Food Starch, Yellow Corn Flour, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate, Ammonium Bicarbonate), Wheat Gluten, Spices, Corn Starch, Dextrose, Xanthan Gum, Extractives of Paprika. CONTAINS: WHEAT. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid added to preserve freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane added as an antifoaming agent.. Crinkle Cut Pickles: Cucumbers, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Natural Flavors (Plant Source), Polysorbate 80, Extractives of Turmeric (Color).
C
470
27g
45g
1100mg
7
Deluxe McCrispy
Deep fried. Great sat fat. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Contains: Wheat, Egg
Contains: WheatEgg
Bakery Style Bun: Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Whole Wheat Flour, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Honey, Wheat Gluten, Contains 2% or Less of: Yeast, Soybean Oil, Maltodextrin (Dietary Fiber), Salt, Calcium Sulfate, Dough Conditioners (Wheat Flour, DATEM, Ascorbic Acid, Azodicarbonamide, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Mono and Diglycerides, Enzymes, Calcium Peroxide), Ammonium Sulfate, Natural Flavor (Botanical Source), Calcium Propionate (Preservative), Vitamin D3, Rolled Wheat (Topping). CONTAINS: WHEAT.. Crispy Chicken Fillet: Chicken Breast Fillet with Rib Meat, Water, Seasoning (Sugar, Salt, Sodium Phosphates, Modified Tapioca Starch, Spice, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Carrageenan, Natural [Vegetable and Botanical Source] and Artificial Flavors, Maltodextrin, Sunflower Lecithin, Gum Arabic). Battered and Breaded with: Bleached Wheat Flour, Water, Wheat Flour, Sugar, Salt, Modified Food Starch, Yellow Corn Flour, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate, Ammonium Bicarbonate), Wheat Gluten, Spices, Corn Starch, Dextrose, Xanthan Gum, Extractives of Paprika. CONTAINS: WHEAT. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid added to preserve freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane added as an antifoaming agent.. Leaf Lettuce: Lettuce.. Tomato Slice: Tomato.. Mayonnaise Dressing: Water, Soybean Oil, Distilled Vinegar, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Enzyme Modified Egg Yolk, Salt, Sugar, Xanthan Gum, Mustard Flour, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Lemon Juice Concentrate, Polysorbate 80, Natural Flavor (Animal Source), Calcium Disodium EDTA to Protect Flavor, Beta Carotene (Color). CONTAINS: EGG.
C
530
27g
48g
1050mg
8
Spicy McCrispy
Deep fried. Great sat fat. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Contains: Wheat
Contains: Wheat
Bakery Style Bun: Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Whole Wheat Flour, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Honey, Wheat Gluten, Contains 2% or Less of: Yeast, Soybean Oil, Maltodextrin (Dietary Fiber), Salt, Calcium Sulfate, Dough Conditioners (Wheat Flour, DATEM, Ascorbic Acid, Azodicarbonamide, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Mono and Diglycerides, Enzymes, Calcium Peroxide), Ammonium Sulfate, Natural Flavor (Botanical Source), Calcium Propionate (Preservative), Vitamin D3, Rolled Wheat (Topping). CONTAINS: WHEAT.. Crispy Chicken Fillet: Chicken Breast Fillet with Rib Meat, Water, Seasoning (Sugar, Salt, Sodium Phosphates, Modified Tapioca Starch, Spice, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Carrageenan, Natural [Vegetable and Botanical Source] and Artificial Flavors, Maltodextrin, Sunflower Lecithin, Gum Arabic). Battered and Breaded with: Bleached Wheat Flour, Water, Wheat Flour, Sugar, Salt, Modified Food Starch, Yellow Corn Flour, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate, Ammonium Bicarbonate), Wheat Gluten, Spices, Corn Starch, Dextrose, Xanthan Gum, Extractives of Paprika. CONTAINS: WHEAT. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid added to preserve freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane added as an antifoaming agent.. Crinkle Cut Pickles: Cucumbers, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Natural Flavors (Plant Source), Polysorbate 80, Extractives of Turmeric (Color).
C
530
27g
48g
1320mg
9
Spicy Deluxe McCrispy
Deep fried. Great sat fat. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Contains: Wheat, Egg
Contains: WheatEgg
Bakery Style Bun: Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Whole Wheat Flour, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Honey, Wheat Gluten, Contains 2% or Less of: Yeast, Soybean Oil, Maltodextrin (Dietary Fiber), Salt, Calcium Sulfate, Dough Conditioners (Wheat Flour, DATEM, Ascorbic Acid, Azodicarbonamide, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Mono and Diglycerides, Enzymes, Calcium Peroxide), Ammonium Sulfate, Natural Flavor (Botanical Source), Calcium Propionate (Preservative), Vitamin D3, Rolled Wheat (Topping). CONTAINS: WHEAT.. Crispy Chicken Fillet: Chicken Breast Fillet with Rib Meat, Water, Seasoning (Sugar, Salt, Sodium Phosphates, Modified Tapioca Starch, Spice, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Carrageenan, Natural [Vegetable and Botanical Source] and Artificial Flavors, Maltodextrin, Sunflower Lecithin, Gum Arabic). Battered and Breaded with: Bleached Wheat Flour, Water, Wheat Flour, Sugar, Salt, Modified Food Starch, Yellow Corn Flour, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate, Ammonium Bicarbonate), Wheat Gluten, Spices, Corn Starch, Dextrose, Xanthan Gum, Extractives of Paprika. CONTAINS: WHEAT. Prepared in Vegetable Oil (Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil with TBHQ and Citric Acid added to preserve freshness). Dimethylpolysiloxane added as an antifoaming agent.. Leaf Lettuce: Lettuce.. Tomato Slice: Tomato.. Mayonnaise Dressing: Water, Soybean Oil, Distilled Vinegar, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Enzyme Modified Egg Yolk, Salt, Sugar, Xanthan Gum, Mustard Flour, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Lemon Juice Concentrate, Polysorbate 80, Natural Flavor (Animal Source), Calcium Disodium EDTA to Protect Flavor, Beta Carotene (Color). CONTAINS: EGG.
C
530
27g
49g
1200mg
10
Double Hamburger
Great portion. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Contains: Wheat
Contains: Wheat
Double Hamburger: 100% Pure Usda Inspected Beef; No Fillers, No Extenders. Prepared With Grill Seasoning (salt, Black Pepper)., Regular Bun Ingredients: Enriched Flour (wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Contains 2% Or Less: Salt, Dextrose, Corn Starch, Modified Food Starch, Wheat Gluten, Vinegar, Vegetable Proteins (pea, Potato, Rice And/or Faba), Sunflower And/or Canola Oil, Maltodextrin, Natural Flavors, Dough Conditioners (enzymes, Ascorbic Acid, Monoglycerides).
C
340
20g
30g
710mg
The Nom Score read
McDonald’s’ 20 dairy-free options are led by the McChicken: Nom Score B (77/100), 390 calories, 14g protein, and 560mg sodium. The McCrispy Chicken Sandwich carries the most protein at 27g. The lightest is the Chicken McNuggets (4 piece), at 170 calories. Most come from the Chicken menu (8 of 10). Protein ranges 9–27g across the picks. Figures are computed from McDonald’s’ published nutrition data (June 2026).
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Watch-outs
What to Avoid
These items at McDonald’s don’t meet dairy-free criteria:
Big Breakfast
not confirmed dairy-free by allergen data — ingredients mention milk
Chocolate Shake (Medium)
not confirmed dairy-free by allergen data — ingredients mention milk
Vanilla Shake (Medium)
not confirmed dairy-free by allergen data — ingredients mention milk
Strawberry Shake (Medium)
not confirmed dairy-free by allergen data — ingredients mention milk
Coca-Cola (Medium)
not confirmed dairy-free by allergen data
Order smarter
Pro Tips: How to Order Dairy-Free at McDonald’s
Skip cheese, butter, and creamy sauces—most items can be made dairy-free on request
Allergen lists flag milk, but check for butter brushed on buns and in seasoning blends
Black coffee, many grilled proteins, and plain fries are common dairy-free options
FAQ
Common questions about dairy-free at McDonald’s
Is McDonald’s good for dairy-free diets?
Yes — McDonald’s has 20 dairy-free options, topped by the McChicken (Nom Score B).
What’s the best dairy-free option at McDonald’s?
The McChicken is the best choice with 390 calories, 14g protein, and a Nom Score of B.
What is the highest-protein item at McDonald’s?
The highest-protein option at McDonald’s is the Chicken McNuggets (40 piece) with 92g protein (1650 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.
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