Cheeseburger

Moderate nutritional value

Beef patty with cheese in a bun.

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A cheeseburger is a beef patty topped with melted cheese in a bun, usually with lettuce, tomato and sauce. It is high in protein and fat, with saturated fat from the beef and cheese; the refined bun and sauce add carbohydrate and sodium. A 250 g burger is about 760 kcal; a single patty and a side salad instead of fries keep the meal lighter.

High protein

Macronutrients Distribution

Protein: 17g (28.3%)
Fat: 15g (25.0%)
Carbs: 28g (46.7%)

Basic Nutritional Info

NutrientValueDV
Protein17g30.4%
Fat15g21.4%
Carbs28g9.3%
Simple Sugars9.8gEstimate
Complex Carbs18.2gEstimate
Water38g1.5%
Calories30313.5%

Glycemic Index

Low (0-55) Medium (56-69) High (70+)
66

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Fatty Acids Composition

Fatty AcidAmountUnitDV
Saturated5.45g27.3%
Monounsaturated6.19g24.8%
Polyunsaturated1.43g11.0%
Omega-30.429gEstimate
EPA1mg0.1%
Omega-61.001gEstimate
Trans0.64g32.0%

Antioxidants

Antioxidants (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, polyphenols, carotenoids) help protect cells from oxidative stress and support health. They are found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and some animal products.

Compounds with antioxidant activity. Vitamin C, E and selenium are included when present in the product.

CompoundAmountUnit
Vitamin C4.45mg
Vitamin E0.63mg
Selenium14.2mcg

Vitamins

VitaminAmountUnitDV
vitamin A35.9mcg4.0%
vitamin B10.084mg7.0%
vitamin B20.111mg8.5%
vitamin B31.93mg12.1%
vitamin B60.147mg8.6%
vitamin B914.7mcg3.7%
vitamin B120.768mcg32.0%
vitamin C4.45mg4.9%
vitamin D0.103 (4 IU)mcg0.7%
vitamin E0.627mg4.2%
vitamin K6.51mcg5.4%

Minerals

MineralAmountUnitDV
calcium101mg10.1%
iron1.15mg6.4%
magnesium18.9mg4.7%
phosphorus128mg18.3%
potassium222mg8.5%
sodium384mg16.7%
zinc2.07mg18.8%
copper0.072mg8.0%
manganese0.177mg7.7%
selenium14.2mcg25.8%

Essential Amino Acids

Amino AcidAmountUnitDVDIAAS
Histidine 496mg70.9%155%
Isoleucine 743mg53.1%124%
Leucine 1335mg48.9%109%
Lysine 1193mg56.8%124%
Methionine 591mg56.3%128%
Phenylalanine 1302mg74.4%159%
Threonine 637mg60.7%127%
Tryptophan 133mg47.5%101%
Valine 854mg46.9%107%

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Allergens

GlutenDairyEggsSesame

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Main Difficulty: Easy Servings: 2 Total: 20 min

Ingredients

  • Ground beef (20% fat) 200 g
  • Cheddar cheese slices 2 slices
  • Burger buns 2
  • Lettuce leaves 2
  • Tomato, sliced 1
  • Onion, sliced 1/2
  • Pickles 4 slices
  • Ketchup and mustard 2 tbsp
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil 1 tbsp
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1

    Divide the beef into two loose balls, then press into patties slightly wider than the buns and season both sides with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat a skillet or grill over high heat with a little oil and sear the patties for about 3 minutes until well browned.

  3. 3

    Flip the patties, lay a cheese slice on each and cook another 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts.

  4. 4

    Toast the cut sides of the buns in the pan until golden.

  5. 5

    Spread ketchup and mustard on the bun bases and add lettuce and tomato.

  6. 6

    Place the cheesy patties on top, then add onion and pickles.

  7. 7

    Close with the bun tops and serve immediately.