McDonald's Bacon Ranch Salad

McDonald's Bacon Ranch Salad recipe videos

The McDonald's Bacon Ranch Salad is a popular menu item offered by the global fast-food chain, typically featuring a blend of crisp romaine lettuce, shredded cheddar and jack cheeses, and crispy bacon bits. It is dressed with a creamy ranch dressing, which gives the salad its name, and is available in many McDonald's locations worldwide.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is generally lower in carbohydrates compared to many other McDonald's items but can be higher in fat and sodium, primarily due to the bacon and ranch dressing. It provides a good source of protein and dietary fiber, with a typical serving containing around 300-400 calories, depending on the specific ingredients and dressing portion.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	14 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	860 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	2 mg
Vitamin K	80 mcg
Folate	60 mcg DFE
Phosphorus	200 mg

Per 1 salad (approx. 320 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this salad represents the fast-food industry's adaptation to growing consumer demand for healthier, salad-based options. Nutritionally, it's interesting because it balances the convenience and familiar flavors of fast food with a more vegetable-forward choice, though the addition of bacon and creamy dressing means it's still a treat rather than a low-calorie meal.