Cheeseburger or Hamburger

A cheeseburger or hamburger is a popular sandwich consisting of a cooked ground beef patty placed inside a sliced bun, often topped with cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, and condiments. It is a quintessential American fast food with roots in the late 19th or early 20th century, evolving from German 'Hamburg steak' preparations. Today, it's a global culinary icon with countless variations.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in protein from the beef and cheese, and also significant in fat, especially saturated fat. A standard serving provides a good source of iron and B vitamins, but a typical restaurant-style cheeseburger can range from 500 to over 1000 calories depending on size and toppings.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	540 kcal
Protein	30 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	7 g
Sodium	1050 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Zinc	5.5 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Phosphorus	300 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Calcium	150 mg
Potassium	450 mg

Per 1 standard cheeseburger (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The hamburger is a fascinating cultural symbol, representing both American industrialization (through fast food) and culinary globalization. Nutritionally, while often criticized, it can be a balanced meal when paired with vegetables and whole-grain buns, offering a dense mix of macro and micronutrients.