Burger with Fries

A burger with fries is a classic fast-food meal featuring a cooked ground meat patty (typically beef) served in a sliced bun, accompanied by deep-fried potato strips. The burger often includes toppings like lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and sauces, while the fries are usually seasoned with salt. This combination is a staple of American cuisine and has become a globally recognized comfort food.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This meal is generally high in carbohydrates from the bun and fries, and significant in fat from the meat patty and frying oil, with a moderate amount of protein from the meat. It provides key nutrients like iron and B vitamins from the beef, potassium from the potatoes, but is often calorie-dense, with a typical serving ranging from 800 to 1,200 calories depending on portion sizes and preparation.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	850 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	80 g
Fat	45 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Potassium	600 mg
Iron	5 mg
Calcium	100 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 µg
Niacin (B3)	10 mg
Phosphorus	350 mg
Magnesium	60 mg

Per 1 burger (200 g) with 1 medium fries (117 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the burger and fries duo symbolizes the rise of fast-food culture in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, and has been adapted worldwide with local twists. Nutritionally, while often criticized for being high in calories and saturated fat, it can be a source of quick energy and essential nutrients when balanced with other dietary choices.