McDonald’s Sausage Burrito
McDonald’s Sausage Burrito is made with scrambled egg, pork sausage, green chile, and diced onion. It’s topped with melty American-style cheese and wrapped in a flour tortilla.
There are 310 calories, 17 grams of fat, 25 grams of carbohydrates, and 13 grams of protein per serving.
Read this fast food nutrition report for a detailed analysis of calories and a complete overview of nutrition facts, ingredients, and allergens in McDonald’s Breakfast Burrito.
McDonald’s Sausage Burrito Nutrition Information
Nutrition facts are based on standard formulations and recipes, excluding any substitutions. Menu items and nutritional value may vary by location due to supplier differences and the method of preparation at time of order. McDonald’s may change its menu or recipes without notice.
Calories
One burrito has 310 total calories. Here is a summary of the calories by macronutrient, per serving:
Half of the total calories are derived from dietary fats. Carbohydrates make up 32%, and the remaining 18% is from protein.
Sausage Burrito
% calories from fat, carbs and proteinCalories by macronutrient are rounded estimates based on the nutrition facts information provided by McDonald’s fast food restaurant. Actual calories may vary by region.
Time to Burn Calories
An average adult would need to run at a moderate pace for approximately 25 minutes to burn off the calories from a breakfast sausage burrito.
Here is a list of approximate times required to burn 310 calories, by type of exercise.
FITNESS TIME TO BURN 310 CALORIES
Estimate based on moderate level of activity by an adult with average BMI.
Nutrition Facts
Review the table below for nutrition facts in McDonald’s Sausage Burrito.
Amount (%DV) per Burrito
Red indicates a high %DV.
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Calories |
310 |
%DV |
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Total Fat |
17g |
40% |
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Saturated Fat |
7g |
35% |
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Trans Fat |
0g | |
|
Cholesterol |
170mg |
57% |
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Sodium |
800mg |
35% |
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Carbohydrates |
25g |
9% |
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Dietary Fiber |
1g |
4% |
|
Total Sugars |
2g | |
|
Added Sugars |
1g |
2% |
|
Protein |
13g |
%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.
Daily Value
Daily Value (%DV) measures the amount of a nutrient per serving, relative to the recommended limit. Use %DV to compare and select foods for a balanced diet.
As shown in the chart below, a Sausage Breakfast Burrito from McDonald’s is high in saturated fat and sodium.
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%DV |
Level | |
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Saturated Fat |
35% |
HIGH |
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Sodium |
35% |
HIGH |
%DV based on 2,000 calorie diet. FDA suggests a %DV of 5% or less is low and 20% or more is high.
Dietary Fats
One breakfast burrito with sausage, egg, and cheese contains 17 grams of total fat, including 7 grams of saturated fat. The amount of saturated fat per serving has a 35% daily value (%DV), which is considered high for one serving.
Calculate Daily Value
To calculate %DV, divide the amount of a nutrient in one serving by the FDA-recommended daily limit.
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per Burrito |
Daily Limit* |
Daily Value | |
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Total Fat |
17g |
78g |
35% |
|
Saturated Fat |
7g |
20g |
35% |
*Based on FDA general nutrition advice for an adult following 2,000 calorie daily diet.
Saturated fat is a nutrient to get less of.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
As general guidance, the U.S. FDA recommends consuming less saturated fat.
Summary of Fat in Sausage Burrito
Per serving
Note: Saturated fats are found in vegetable shortening, animal fats, baked goods, packaged snacks, and pizza, among other food items. Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend choosing foods lower in saturated fat.
Daily Value (%DV) is based on a 2,000 calorie diet, the standard measure used by the FDA for general nutrition advice. Calorie needs vary. Your %DV may be higher or lower depending on height, weight, and physical activity.
Review Reports for Menu Items Made with Sausage
Ingredients and Allergens
McDonald’s Sausage Burrito is made with pork sausage, egg, vegetables, and cheese. Review the table below for the list of ingredients in the breakfast menu item.
Ingredients
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Scrambled Egg Sausage with Vegetable Mix |
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Whole Eggs, Pork, Tomatoes, Skim Milk, Soybean Oil, Green Chilies, Onions, Modified Corn Starch, Spices, Salt, Water, Dextrose, Natural Flavors, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sugar, Rosemary Extract, Calcium Chloride, Citric Acid |
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Flour Tortilla |
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Enriched Flour, Water, Shortening, Sugar, Leavening, Salt, Mono-diglycerides, Vital Wheat Gluten, Dough Conditioner |
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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, Color Added |
Allergens
McDonald’s Sausage Burrito is made with egg, milk, soy, and wheat.
Note that fast food restaurants prepare and cook foods in shared spaces using common equipment such as fryers and oil. The burrito may contain any of the common allergens (including fish or nuts) due to potential cross contamination with other foods during preparation, cooking, or service.
Check list of allergens in McDonald’s full menu.
Fast Food Breakfast Nutrition Facts
Review the data table below, which shows total calories and amount of fat, protein, and sodium in popular fast food breakfast sandwiches.
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| Restaurant | Menu Item | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panera Bread | Sausage & Egg on Asiago Bagel | 810 | 50g | 58g | 32g | 1460mg |
| Burger King | Double Sausage, Egg & Cheese Croissan'Wich | 730 | 55g | 30g | 28g | 1660mg |
| Dunkin' | Sourdough Breakfast Sandwich | 650 | 32g | 58g | 31g | 1360mg |
| Dunkin' | Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant | 500 | 32g | 34g | 18g | 810mg |
| Burger King | Sausage, Egg & Cheese Croissan'Wich | 500 | 34g | 28g | 19g | 1040mg |
| McDonald's | Sausage McMuffin with Egg | 480 | 31g | 30g | 20g | 830mg |
| Dunkin' | Turkey Sausage, Egg & Cheese Sandwich | 470 | 25g | 39g | 23g | 1080mg |
| McDonald's | Sausage Biscuit | 460 | 30g | 37g | 11g | 1090mg |
| McDonald's | Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit | 460 | 26g | 39g | 17g | 1330mg |
| White Castle | Breakfast Toast with Sausage | 420 | 27g | 29g | 16g | 850mg |
| McDonald's | Sausage McMuffin | 400 | 26g | 29g | 14g | 760mg |
| Burger King | Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissan'Wich | 360 | 21g | 28g | 15g | 810mg |
| Burger King | Egg & Cheese Croissan'Wich | 310 | 17g | 28g | 12g | 640mg |
| White Castle | Original Slider with Egg & Cheese | 280 | 18g | 17g | 14g | 600mg |
| Dunkin' | Bacon Wake-Up Wrap | 220 | 13g | 15g | 10g | 590mg |
Nutrition facts, prices, and ingredients are based on available information as of the date of publication. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change recipes or formulations without notice. Check package labels and ask the product manufacturer or restaurant for the most up-to-date information. Unless otherwise stated, %DV is based on a 2,000 calorie diet. All reports and reviews published on this site are for informational purposes only. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide healthcare advice or dietary recommendations. Always consult your licensed physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
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