McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish Sandwich Nutrition
A crispy fish filet patty with melted American cheese is served with McDonald’s creamy tartar sauce on a soft, steamed bun.
One Filet-O-Fish sandwich has:
Read this guide for a complete overview of the nutritional information and a full list of ingredients in the Filet-O-Fish® sandwich at McDonald’s.
McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish Sandwich Nutrition
Nutritional information is presented based on a single serving measured as one sandwich.
Serving size: 1 Filet-O-Fish
380 Calories
% DAILY VALUE
Use %DV to determine if the level of nutrients in a food is low (5% or less) or high (20% or more).
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Saturated Fat |
19% |
MED |
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Sodium |
25% |
HIGH |
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Added Sugars |
7% |
MED |
%DV based on 2,000 calories
Percentage daily value (%DV) illustrates how much one nutrient contributes to a 2,000 calorie diet. However, individual needs vary and your daily value may be lower or higher.
Calories
There are 380 calories in one fish sandwich from McDonald’s.
Here is a summary of the number of calories by macronutrient:
The largest proportion (45%) of total calories is derived from dietary fats. Carbohydrates make up about 39% of total calories and the remaining 16% comes from protein.
McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish Sandwich
% calories from fat, carbs and proteinThe breakout of calories by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by McDonald’s. Calories may vary by location or as a result of how the sandwich is prepared.
ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 380 CALORIES
Dietary Fat
A single serving of the fish sandwich contains 19 grams of total fat, including four grams of saturated fat.
Here is a quick summary of the dietary fat in McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish sandwich.
SUMMARY OF DIETARY FAT PER SERVING
Note: Saturated fats are found in various foods, including processed meats, ice cream, brownies, donuts, pizza, tropical plant oils, and other foods. The FDA suggests consuming foods low in saturated fats.
Sodium
In addition, one serving contains 580 milligrams of sodium, which is high. It equates to one quarter of the recommended limit for an entire day (based on a 2,000 calorie diet).
Here is a summary of the nutrition for one Filet-O-Fish sandwich from McDonald’s fast food restaurant.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Filet-O-Fish Sandwich
Amount per serving
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Calories |
380 |
% Daily Value
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Total Fat |
19g |
24% |
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Saturated Fat |
4g |
19% |
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Trans Fat |
0g | |
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Cholesterol |
30mg |
10% |
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Sodium |
580g |
25% |
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Carbohydrates |
38g |
14% |
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Dietary Fiber |
1g |
5% |
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Total Sugars |
4g | |
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Added Sugars |
4g |
7% |
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Protein |
16g |
%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.
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Ingredients and Allergens in Filet-O-Fish
List of Ingredients
McDonald’s uses wild-caught Alaska Pollock for its fish sandwiches served in the U.S.
Here is the complete list of ingredients in a Filet-O-Fish Sandwich, including the type of fish, bun, sauce, and cheese.
Fried Fish Sandwich Ingredients
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Fish Filet Patty |
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Pollock, Water, Vegetable Oil, Wheat Flour, Modified Food Starch, Yellow Corn Flour, Bleached Wheat Flour, Salt, Whey (milk), Dextrose, Dried Yeast, Sugar, Cellulose Gum, Paprika and Turmeric Extract (for color), and Natural Flavors. |
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Regular Bun |
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Enriched Flour, Water, Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Salt, Dextrose, Corn Starch, Modified Food Starch, Wheat Gluten, Vinegar, Vegetable Proteins (pea, potato, rice and/or faba), Sunflower and/or Canola Oil, Maltodextrin, Natural Flavors, and Dough Conditioners. |
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Tartar Sauce |
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Soybean Oil, Pickle Relish, Egg Yolks, Water, Onions, Distilled Vinegar, Sugar, Spice, Salt, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, and Parsley. |
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Pasteurized Process American Cheese |
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Milk, Cream, Water, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Cheese Cultures, Citric Acid, Enzymes, Soy Lecithin, and Color Added. |
What is Xanthan Gum?
Xanthan Gum is a polysaccharide created through a process of fermentation.
The food additive is commonly used as a thickening or stabilizing agent, or as an emulsifier to prevent ingredients from separating.
This additive is often found in salad dressing, syrups, batters and breading, candies, and baked goods, including in McDonald’s tartar sauce.
Xanthan Gum is also used in non-food products such as toothpaste and cosmetics.
Other foods that contain xanthan gum include:
Quick Definitions of Select Ingredients in Fish Sandwich
Allergens
This fish sandwich is made with ingredients that contain egg, fish, milk, soy, and wheat. The sandwich may also contain sesame.
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
Nutrition facts and ingredients source: McDonald’s