Low-calorie items at Dairy Queen
136 of the 175 items in Dairy Queen’s nutrition information are under 500 calories at their first listed size. With at least 15 g of protein, the lightest serving is the Milk (12 oz), at 220 calories and 15 g of protein; 14 items meet that rule at 500 calories or less.
Dairy Queen’s nutrition information is dated August 26, 2024 and September 2020. It is the latest the chain publishes, so newer or changed recipes may differ.
Calories here are for the standard recipe at the size shown. Sauces, dressings, cheese, drinks and sides ordered with an item add to it, and the smallest size of a drink or side is often far lighter than the medium most people order. 2,000 calories a day is the general figure the FDA uses for the Daily Values on nutrition labels.
Under 500 calories with at least 15 g of protein
14 items
Single servings of 500 calories or less with at least 15 g of protein, fewest calories first: the lightest items that are still a meal rather than a side or a sauce.
| Milk12 oz | 220 | 15 | 21 | 9 | 210 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Strips (2) | 240 | 15 | 19 | 12 | 660 |
 HamburgerSingle | 320 | 15 | 36 | 13 | 870 |
| Hamburger (Kids' Meal) | 320 | 15 | 36 | 13 | 870 |
| Chicken and Gravy Burrito | 320 | 15 | 31 | 15 | 840 |
 Original CheeseburgerSingle | 370 | 17 | 37 | 18 | 1,120 |
| Bacon (3) | 390 | 20 | 1 | 35 | 1,280 |
| Pancake Platter with Ham | 390 | 18 | 61 | 9 | 1,410 |
| Cheese Dog | 390 | 16 | 27 | 24 | 1,000 |
| Chili Dog | 390 | 16 | 29 | 23 | 1,060 |
 Chili Cheese Dog | 420 | 18 | 28 | 26 | 1,070 |
 Wild Alaskan Fish Sandwich | 420 | 17 | 50 | 16 | 960 |
| Chicken Strips - 3 pc | 430 | 19 | 41 | 20 | 950 |
 Cheese CurdsRegular | 500 | 24 | 26 | 34 | 990 |
Under 300 calories with at least 5 g of protein
Top 10 of 21
Single servings under 300 calories with at least 5 g of protein, fewest calories first; drinks, sauces and plain add-ons with less protein are left out.
| Protein Boost13 g | 50 | 12 | 90 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ham (2) | 60 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 720 |
 Milk | 110 | 8 | 12 | 2.5 | 130 |
| Eggs (2) | 150 | 12 | 2 | 9 | 340 |
| Burger Patty | 150 | 9 | 0 | 12 | 160 |
| Sausages (2) | 190 | 8 | 0 | 17 | 290 |
| Milk12 oz | 220 | 15 | 21 | 9 | 210 |
 Vanilla ConeSmall | 220 | 6 | 34 | 7 | 90 |
| Steak Fingers (2) | 230 | 8 | 15 | 15 | 430 |
 Pineapple SundaeSmall | 230 | 6 | 38 | 7 | 85 |
Values are per serving for the size shown, as Dairy Queen publishes them; select a column to sort. Each item appears once, at its size that ranks highest. Catering and party sizes, multi-packs, orders of 12 or more pieces, values given per piece and near-zero items such as salt and water are left out. Each item’s page has every size, the full nutrition facts and allergens.
Lowest in calories in each menu section
| Section | Item | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Limited Time | DQ Sparkler Classic LemonadeSmall | 180 |
| Signature Stackburgers | HamburgerSingle | 320 |
| Chicken & Salads | Side Salad | 20 |
| Hot Dogs | Classic Dog | 330 |
| Kids' Meals | Applesauce | 45 |
| Snacks and Sides | Oven Baked Lay's Original Potato Crisps | 130 |
| Dressings, Sauces, and Dips | Marzetti Light Italian Dressing | 15 |
| Local Favorites | Corn Dog | 240 |
| Blizzard Treats | Oreo Cookie BlizzardMini | 330 |
| Shakes | Make It A Malt AddsSmall | 60 |
| DQ Coffee Coolers | DQ Coffee Cooler Salted CaramelSmall | 460 |
| Misty Slush | Misty SlushSmall | 200 |
| Curl on Top Treats | Banana Split | 520 |
| Sundaes | Add DQ Sprinkles | 35 |
| Cones | Chocolate ConeKids' | 160 |
| Smoothies & Julius Originals | Orange JuliusSmall | 200 |
| Smoothie Boosts and Add-ins | Antioxidant Boost | 20 |
| Mobile Add Ons | Yellow Mustard | 5 |
| Breakfast | Coffee12 oz | 5 |
What sauces and dressings add
The Dressings, Sauces, and Dips section of the Dairy Queen menu lists 9 servings from 15 to 240 calories each. The figures above are for each item as Dairy Queen serves it as standard; a sauce or dressing ordered on the side is not included, so add it from the Dressings, Sauces, and Dips table or in the Dairy Queen nutrition calculator.
Questions
What is the lowest-calorie meal at Dairy Queen?
Counting only servings with at least 15 g of protein, so that sides, sauces and drinks are left out, it is the Milk (12 oz) at 220 calories, according to Dairy Queen’s nutrition information.
How many Dairy Queen items are under 500 calories?
136 of 175 at their first listed size, and 90 are under 300. Each menu section page has a calorie filter.
More from the Dairy Queen menu
Full menuLow-calorie items at other chains: McDonald’s, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Taco Bell, Dunkin', Wendy's, Chipotle, Burger King, Domino's, Subway, Panda Express, Panera Bread, Popeyes, Sonic, Pizza Hut, KFC, Whataburger, Arby's, Jack in the Box, Culver's.
Across all chains: Low-calorie fast food with protein (24 chains).
Sources
- 1 Dairy Queen, Dairy Queen Nutrition and Allergen Information: Treats Covers nutrition, allergens and menu · Current as of September 3, 2026 · Checked 8 Oct 2026
- 2 Dairy Queen, Dairy Queen Nutrition and Allergen Information: Food & Treats Covers nutrition, allergens and menu · Current as of August 26, 2024 · Checked 8 Oct 2026
- 3 Dairy Queen, Dairy Queen Nutrition and Allergen Information: Breakfast Covers nutrition, allergens and menu · Current as of September 2020 · Checked 8 Oct 2026
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