Hamburgers
A hamburger is a beloved sandwich originating from the United States, typically consisting of a cooked ground beef patty placed inside a sliced bun. It is commonly garnished with lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, cheese, and condiments like ketchup and mustard, making it a customizable and iconic fast-food staple.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Hamburgers are generally high in protein from the beef patty and fat from both the meat and any added cheese or sauces, with carbohydrates coming primarily from the bun. A standard hamburger with a beef patty, bun, and basic toppings provides roughly 250-500 calories per serving, depending on size and ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 540 kcal |
| Protein | 31 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 29 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 1050 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.1 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 7.5 mg |
| Zinc | 5.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Selenium | 32 mcg |
Per 1 hamburger (approx. 215 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the hamburger has become a global symbol of American cuisine and fast-food culture, often adapted with local flavors in different countries. Nutritionally, it can be a significant source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins from the beef, though it is also often associated with high sodium and saturated fat content.
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