Fast food may not be the first thing on your mind if you want a healthier meal.

Thebenefits of proteinare truly endless.

But how much protein should we aim for when it comes to getting enough at every meal?

high-protein fast-food items on an orange background

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If you want to order a fast-food meal, try one of the following high-protein options.

They can help you meet your protein goals for the day.

Read on, then check out20 Healthy Fast-Food Orders.

mcdonald’s mcdouble

McDonald’s

The high protein content benefits muscle repair and growth, especially if you’re physically active.

Furthermore, protein is essential for various bodily functions, including hormone production and immune response."

We also appreciate that this fast-food order is much lower in sodium than many other options.

Burger King double cheeseburger

Burger King

One of our favorites on their menu is theTurkey Sausage & Cheddar Egg Sandwich.

This bowl is only 460 calories and has 35 grams of protein.

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Plate of Wendy’s Cobb Salad

Wendy’s

However, we love this lighterRoast Beef Gyrooption.

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Arby’s Roast Beef Classic

Arby’s

Chick-fil-A market salad high-protein

Chick-fil-A

Subway bowl on a white background

Subway

Taco Bell Burrito Supreme on a white background

Taco Bell

Green Goddess Salad from Panera

Panera Bread

Einstein breakfast sandwich with sausage, egg, and cheese

Einstein Bros.

chipotle wholesome lifestyle bowl

Chipotle

Grilled chicken sandwich Chick-fil-A

Chick-fil-A

starbucks' turkey bacon, cheddar, and egg white sandwich

Courtesy of Starbucks

Wendy’s grilled chicken wrap on a white background

Wendy’s

Roast Beef Gyro

Courtesy of Arby’s

chicken rice bowl from Taco Bell on a white background

Taco Bell

Panera Tuna Salad

Panera Bread

Carl’s Jr high-protein fast food

Courtesy of Carl’s Jr.

chipotle salad

Chipotle

Panera Deli Turkey sandwich

Panera Bread

Au bon pain chicken avocado sandwich

Courtesy of Au Bon Pain