High-Protein Whataburger Orders, Ranked by Protein
The highest-protein Whataburger item is the Triple Meat Whataburger at 65 g; the best protein for the calories is the Garden Salad (grilled chicken) (33 g in 290 calories). Rankings use Whataburger's nutrition for current recipes.
Whataburger items ranked by protein
Every main item with full nutrition published for the current recipe, sorted by grams of protein. Prices are from Store #608 (Dallas Pkwy & Frankford, Dallas, TX) and Store #367 (West & San Angelo, San Antonio, TX), checked Nov 3, 2026.
| Item | Protein | Calories | Protein per 100 cal | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triple Meat Whataburger | 65 g | 1,075 | 6.0 g | $8.99 |
| Sweet & Spicy Bacon Burger | 60 g | 1,095 | 5.5 g | $8.99 |
| Whataburger Patty Melt | 49 g | 950 | 5.2 g | $8.79 |
| Double Meat Whataburger | 47 g | 835 | 5.6 g | $7.19 |
| Bacon & Cheese Whataburger | 39 g | 750 | 5.2 g | $7.39 |
| Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich | 38 g | 910 | 4.2 g | $8.19 |
| Avocado Bacon Burger | 37 g | 815 | 4.5 g | $7.99 |
| Garden Salad (grilled chicken) | 33 g | 290 | 11.4 g | $8.99 |
| Sweet & Spicy Bacon Burger Jr. | 32 g | 600 | 5.3 g | $7.19 |
| Whataburger | 29 g | 590 | 4.9 g | $5.99 |
| Breakfast Platter | 29 g | 655 | 4.4 g | $5.39 |
| Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich Jr. | 28 g | 655 | 4.3 g | $4.00 |
Most protein for the calories
The biggest burger has the most protein, but it also has the most calories. Ranked by protein per 100 calories, the leanest choices are Garden Salad (grilled chicken) (11.4 g), Triple Meat Whataburger (6.0 g) and Double Meat Whataburger (5.6 g).
For a high-protein order that stays moderate in calories, the Garden Salad (grilled chicken) is the pick at 33 g of protein in 290 calories.
Protein per dollar
If you are buying protein on a budget, divide grams of protein by the price (our math):
- Triple Meat Whataburger: 7.2 g of protein per dollar (65 g for $8.99).
- Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich Jr.: 7.0 g of protein per dollar (28 g for $4.00).
- Whataburger Patty Melt Jr.: 7.0 g of protein per dollar (28 g for $4.00).
- Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strip Sandwich Jr.: 7.0 g of protein per dollar (28 g for $4.00).
Every price is on the Whataburger menu prices page.
High-protein breakfast
At breakfast, the egg and meat items carry the protein while biscuits and pancakes carry the carbs:
- Breakfast Platter: 29 g of protein in 655 calories.
- Biscuit Sandwich: 26 g of protein in 705 calories.
- Pancake Platter: 20 g of protein in 945 calories.
Breakfast hours and prices are on the Whataburger breakfast menu.
Building a higher-protein order
An extra patty is the simplest protein boost: the #2 Double Meat has 47 g against 29 g for the #1. Removing the bun saves 310 calories with little protein lost, which raises the protein share.
Lighter ideas are on Whataburger healthy options, and no-bun orders on keto at Whataburger.
Frequently asked questions
What has the most protein at Whataburger?
The Triple Meat Whataburger, with 65 g of protein among items with current full nutrition.
What is the best high-protein, low-calorie item at Whataburger?
The Garden Salad (grilled chicken): 33 g of protein in 290 calories, 11.4 g per 100 calories.
Which Whataburger breakfast has the most protein?
The Breakfast Platter, with 29 g of protein.
How much protein is in a #1 Whataburger?
29 g in 590 calories.
How much protein is in Whataburger chicken strips?
Three Whatachick'n Strips have 25 g of protein in 550 calories.