Lowest-Calorie Hardee's Meals (2026): Every Item Ranked

The lowest-calorie item at Hardee's (above a few calories) is Jalapeno Coins, at 5 calories. The table below ranks the 30 lowest-calorie items on the US menu, with protein so you can find filling, lighter options. The list includes sides and drinks as well as mains.

Lowest-calorie items at Hardee's (US menu)

Ranked from fewest calories upward, with protein, carbs, and fat for each item:

#	Item	Category	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
1	Jalapeno Coins	Toppings & Ingredients	5	0	1	0
2	Green Beans	Appetizers & Sides	40	2	5	1.5
3	Sweet & Bold BBQ Sauce	Toppings & Ingredients	50	0	13	0
4	Sour Cream	Toppings & Ingredients	50	2	3	3.5
5	Mashed Potatoes & Gravy	Appetizers & Sides	90	2	17	1
6	Buttermilk Ranch Dipping Sauce	Toppings & Ingredients	100	0	2	10
7	Grits	Entrees	110	2	17	4.5
8	Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce	Toppings & Ingredients	120	0	4	12
9	Side Salad	Salads	120	7	7	7
10	Refried Beans	Appetizers & Sides	140	8	24	1.5
11	Fried Chicken Leg	Entrees	170	13	15	7
12	Charbroiled BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Trim It	Sandwiches	190	18	24	3.5
13	Rice	Appetizers & Sides	200	4	40	2.5
14	Fried Chicken Wing	Appetizers & Sides	200	10	23	8
15	Soft Taco, Chicken	Sandwiches	200	16	17	8
16	Soft Taco, Beef	Sandwiches	210	12	17	11
17	Hard Taco, Beef	Sandwiches	210	11	14	12
18	1/4 lb Low Carb Little Thickburger, Trim It	Burgers	220	15	6	15
19	Natural Cut French Fries, Kids	Fried Potatoes	240	3	31	12
20	Single Scoop Vanilla Ice Cream in Bowl	Desserts	240	5	27	13
21	2 Chocolate Chip Cookies	Desserts	240	2	36	10
22	Small Hamburger	Burgers	250	11	32	9
23	Hash Rounds, Small	Fried Potatoes	260	2	23	15
24	3 Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders	Entrees	260	25	13	13
25	Cole Slaw	Appetizers & Sides	270	1	17	22
26	Apple Turnover	Baked Goods	270	3	35	13
27	Peach Cobbler	Desserts	280	1	52	8
28	Big Hot Ham Sandwich, Trim It	Sandwiches	290	26	31	6
29	1 Chocolate Chip Cookie	Desserts	290	2	35	15
30	Hot Ham N Cheese	Sandwiches	290	17	29	11

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Source and method

These figures come from Nutrola's 1.8M+ RD-verified food and restaurant database and reflect the US menu of Hardee's, so portion sizes and recipes can differ in other countries. Values are per item as served and are indicative, since menus and recipes change over time.

Frequently asked questions

What is the lowest-calorie item at Hardee's?

Jalapeno Coins is among the lowest at 5 calories on the US menu.

What can I eat at Hardee's on a diet?

Pick from the lowest-calorie items above, favour grilled proteins and salads, and watch dressings, sauces, and sugary drinks, which add calories quickly.

Does Hardee's have low-calorie options?

Yes. The ranking above lists 30 items under the chain's lighter end, including sides and drinks alongside mains.

Summary

For a lighter choice at Hardee's, start with Jalapeno Coins at 5 calories. Log it in Nutrola to keep the rest of your day on track.