McDonald's UAE Calories: Every Item Ranked
Official calories, protein, carbs and fat for the McDonald's UAE menu, sorted from highest to lowest, plus how our coaches would order if you're losing fat.
Coach's picks: the lightest choices
Beef Burger
Lowest-calorie burger on the menu.
Chicken Tenders
Best protein for the calories.
Egg McMuffin
The best breakfast pick: 20 g protein.
Chicken McNuggets (4 pieces)
A light side or snack.
Every item, highest to lowest
| Item | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Tasty · Beef burgers | 793 | 44 g | 60 g | 43 g |
| Grand Chicken · Chicken & fish | 765 | 37 g | 75 g | 36 g |
| McCrispy Deluxe · Chicken & fish | 718 | 33 g | 61 g | 38 g |
| McCrispy · Chicken & fish | 619 | 28 g | 58 g | 30 g |
| Big Mac · Beef burgers | 564 | 23 g | 46 g | 30 g |
| McArabia Chicken · Chicken & fish | 562 | 29 g | 56 g | 25 g |
| Chicken Mac · Chicken & fish | 558 | 26 g | 55 g | 26 g |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese · Beef burgers | 536 | 33 g | 41 g | 27 g |
| Double Cheeseburger · Beef burgers | 450 | 21 g | 34 g | 24 g |
| Big Breakfast · Breakfast | 431 | 29 g | 28 g | 18 g |
| McChicken · Chicken & fish | 428 | 18 g | 48 g | 18 g |
| McFlurry Oreo · Sides & desserts | 372 | 9 g | 60 g | 13 g |
| Filet-O-Fish · Chicken & fish | 337 | 15 g | 40 g | 13 g |
| Egg McMuffin · Breakfast | 315 | 20 g | 30 g | 13 g |
| Cheeseburger · Beef burgers | 305 | 13 g | 32 g | 13 g |
| Beef Burger · Beef burgers | 254 | 11 g | 31 g | 9 g |
| Fries (small) · Sides & desserts | 250 | 3 g | 33 g | 12 g |
| Chicken Tenders · Chicken & fish | 245 | 19 g | 17 g | 11 g |
| Hash Browns · Breakfast | 173 | 2 g | 17 g | 11 g |
| Chicken McNuggets (4 pieces) · Chicken & fish | 153 | 10 g | 10 g | 8 g |
| Ice Cream Cone · Sides & desserts | 148 | 4 g | 25 g | 4 g |
Figures from McDonald's UAE official nutrition information (mcdonalds.com/ae), checked on 29 October 2026, without customisations. Recipes and portions can change. Mr & Mrs Lifestyle is not affiliated with McDonald's.
3 smarter McDonald's meals
Zero-sugar drinks and black coffee add almost no calories.
How to cut calories at McDonald's
- Skip the fries or share them: a small portion alone is 250 kcal.
- Choose a zero-sugar drink: a regular soft drink can add 150 kcal or more.
- Pick grilled-style or simpler burgers: the Beef Burger is 254 kcal, the Big Tasty is 793.
- Ask for no mayo or sauce on chicken burgers to save around 100 kcal.
Questions we get asked
How many calories are in a Big Mac in the UAE?
A Big Mac at McDonald's UAE is 564 kcal, with 23 g protein, 46 g carbs and 30 g fat (224 g serving).
What is the lowest-calorie burger at McDonald's UAE?
The Beef Burger, at 254 kcal. The Cheeseburger is next at 305 kcal.
What is the highest-protein choice at McDonald's UAE?
The Big Tasty has the most protein (44 g) but also 793 kcal. For protein per calorie, Chicken Tenders (19 g protein for 245 kcal) and the Egg McMuffin (20 g for 315 kcal) are the best picks.
Can I eat McDonald's and still lose weight?
Yes, occasionally. Fat loss depends on your total calories across the day. A Big Mac with a zero-sugar drink and no fries is 564 kcal, which fits into most fat-loss days.
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