Here is the complete McDonald’s gluten-free menu.
McDonald’s does not claim to offer gluten-free products, but they do have a few items that technically don’t contain gluten.
They don’t have a gluten-free bun option for their burgers, and they also state on their website that food is normally prepared in a shared cooking environment, so cross-contamination may be a problem here.
However, they do have a few smaller items like salads, a couple of sides, and desserts if you’re just looking for a snack to go.
McDonald’s Gluten-Free Menu 2024
Meats
- Beef Patty (without bun)
- Breakfast Beef Steak
- Canadian Bacon
- Sausage
- Scrambled Egg
Sides
- Apple Dippers and Low Fat Caramel Dip
- Fruit ‘n Yogurt Parfait (without granola)
Salads
- Caesar Salad (without chicken)
- Premium Bacon Ranch Salad
- Premium Southwest Salad (without tortilla strips)
- Side Salad
Dressings
- Newman’s Own Creamy Caesar Dressing
- Newman’s Own Cobb Dressing
- Newman’s Own Low Fat Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Newman’s Own Ranch Dressing
- Newman’s Own Salsa
Drinks and Beverages
- Apple Juice
- Coffee
- Ice Coffee
- Hot Chocolate
- 1% Low Fat Milk, White or Chocolate
- Orange Juice
- Soft Drinks
- Sweet Tea
- Frappe Caramel
- Frappe Mocha
- Frappe Chocolate Chip
- Blueberry Pomegranate Smoothie
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- Mango Pineapple Smoothie
- Vanilla McCafe Shake
- Chocolate McCafe Shake
- Strawberry McCafe Shake
Desserts
- Ice Cream Sundaes including nuts
- McFlurry with M&M’S Candies
Condiments
- American Cheese
- Butter
- Chicken McNugget Honey
- Chicken McNugget Hot Mustard Sauce
- Hotcake Syrup
- Jam
- Ketchup
- Lettuce
- Margarine
- Mayonnaise
- Mustard
- Onions
- Pickles
- Tartar Sauce
- Tomato
McDonald’s History
McDonald’s was formed in the middle of the great depression by two brothers, Richard and Maurice McDonald. They set out from their hometown of New Hampshire, heading west with the dream of striking it big in Hollywood. After working at menial jobs for producers and movie directors, they opened their first small drive-thru restaurant in San Bernardino, California on May 15, 1940. Little did they realize that this would be their ticket to achieving the Great American Dream.
The original McDonald’s restaurant was based at the junction of E and 14th Streets, only a few blocks away from the popular Route 66 of California. It started small by serving slow-cooked barbecue, prepared in a fire pit piled with hickory pellets sourced from Arkansas. Their feature item was a barbecued ham, pork or beef sandwich with French fries that retailed for only 35 cents. They also had a versatile 25 item menu that included desserts such as chili tamales, peanut butter & jelly sandwiches, and baked beans. Their stylish hamburger drew in customers in large numbers.
Nevertheless, it’s only after World War II that the two brothers realized that 80% of their sales were coming from hamburgers. They decided to change their strategy by focusing on hamburgers as their main menu. This meant overhauling the business for three months and switching out physical plates and silverware for paper wrapping and disposable cups.
Today, McDonald’s is the largest fast-food chain in the world, serving approximately 58 million customers on a daily basis. They operate around 32,000 locations globally spread across a total of 117 countries. The company has around 1.7 million employees and the percentage of restaurants that have been franchised internationally is 75%. With McDonald’s rapid expansion into various international markets, the company has become a true symbol of globalization as well as a representation of the ‘American’ lifestyle. Its popularity has also made the company a frequent topic of discussion on matters regarding corporate ethics, obesity, and consumer responsibility.
Sources
- McDonald’s Nutrition Menu
- McDonald’s Allergen Menu
- http://www.history.com/news/hungry-history/mcdonalds-surprising-start-75-years-ago
- http://mcdpopculture.blogspot.co.ke/p/katie.html
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Summary
McDonald’s really doesn’t make an effort to provide any gluten-free items, or prepare their food in an safe environment for those with allergies. However, they do have a few smaller food items and a couple desserts that don’t contain gluten if your looking for a quick snack to go.
The chilli lime tortilla strips in the southwest grilled chicken salad are wheat and gluten free (page 13 of their 78 page allergen menu). So that salad is a solid gluten free option if your family and friends drag you along… although I get it without the cheese since I’m lactose sensitive as well! :)
Hi, wheat contains gluten therefore it is not celiac safe ;)
Exactly, that’s why I don’t list anything with wheat in it.
Fries, hashbrowns, and poutine are gluten-free here in Canada. Why can’t they be in the USA as well? Not too many options in the States. Considering the number of people that have Celiac these days, McDonald’s should offer more options.
Hey Linda!
Yes, it’s really frustrating that McDonald’s doesn’t offer more gluten-free options.
They are cooked in the same oil as the breaded meats that contain gluten. This makes the fries no longer gluten free.
That’s cool that the fries are gluten-free there! I wish they were in the US.
I have been celiac since birth and never knew that the m&m mc flurry was safe.
Hey Geff,
Yes, according to McDonald’s website, the McFlurry with M&M’S candies are gluten-free.
Interesting, in Denmark, you can get a gluten-free bun with any Mcdonald’s burger or sandwich – it’s not particularly great, but alright for those times, when you crave some fast food.
Hey Thit,
Oh very interesting! I have yet to see one here in the US do that. I agree, even a bad bun is better than nothing.
Chick-fil-A has a gluten free bun and it is pretty good !!
Because they probably use the same fryer for the chicken nuggets. :/
McDonald’s in the US does have the option of getting a Round Egg as opposed to scrambled eggs. It is a fresh egg cooked in a ring and is gluten-free naturally. However, cross-contamination is always a concern.
actually the new plastic spoons that come with it are what is used to mix each flurry…which prevents contamination.
Just so everyone is aware, the M&M McFlurry doesn’t contain gluten, but they often do not rinse the mixer between orders. So if a customer ordered an Oreo McFlurry, you’re getting that mixed in with your order. Learned that one the hard way and was sick for days.
As a McDonald’s worker, I will say that’s a false statement. The plastic spoon that comes with your McFlurry, is what they attach to the mixer to mix your ice cream with. With each McFlurry, a brand new plastic spoon is inserted into the cup of ice cream and then attached to a mixing machine to be blended. The plastic spoon is used as the mixer, so there’s nothing to rinse. A different spoon is used for each McFlurry, no matter the flavor.
Looks like McDonald’s has done away with their salads in certain locations… makes me not want to ever eat here again.