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Source of protein; relatively high in sodium and saturated fat.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Beef Hamburger with Ketchup (180 g) has 450 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.2 g of carbs, 23.8 g of protein, 22.1 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 2.1 µg of B12 covers 86% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
450
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
39.2g
· 14% DV
Protein
23.8g
· 48% DV
Fat
22.1g
· 28% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 21% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 450 kcal | |
| Total fat | 22.1 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 7.83 g | 39% |
| Trans fat | 0.76 g | |
| Sodium | 936 mg | 41% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.2 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 450 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 225 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 450 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 625 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 320 g | 800 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 360 g | 900 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
A beef hamburger with ketchup typically has a cooked ground-beef patty, a hamburger bun and ketchup. Lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles and cheese are common additions, but recipes vary. The exact ingredients depend on how it is prepared.
To make a beef hamburger with ketchup, shape seasoned ground beef into a patty and cook it thoroughly in a pan or on a grill. Put it in a bun, add ketchup, and finish with any toppings you like.
A beef hamburger with ketchup patty shrinks as heat renders fat and drives moisture out of the meat. Shape the raw patty slightly wider than the bun and avoid pressing it with a spatula, which can squeeze out more juices.
The bun in a beef hamburger with ketchup can turn soggy from the hot patty’s steam and moisture from ketchup or vegetables. Lightly toast the bun, let the patty rest briefly, and assemble the hamburger just before serving.
Add ketchup to a beef hamburger with ketchup after cooking the patty, rather than putting it in the pan. Spreading it on the bun just before serving keeps the sauce from scorching and helps prevent the bread from becoming too soft.
A beef hamburger with ketchup goes well with fries, coleslaw, a green salad or roasted vegetables. For a lighter meal, serve it with salad or vegetables instead of fried sides; pickles also provide a tangy contrast to the ketchup.
A leftover beef hamburger with ketchup is best refrigerated promptly, with the patty and bun stored separately to limit sogginess. Cooked beef patties generally keep for 3–4 days in the refrigerator; discard them if their smell or appearance has changed.
Yes, you can freeze a beef hamburger with ketchup, but the cooked patty freezes better on its own than assembled with the bun and toppings. Wrap it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it thoroughly before serving.
Reheat the patty from a beef hamburger with ketchup separately from the bun and cold toppings. Warm it gently in a covered pan with a small splash of water, or use a microwave in short bursts; add the ketchup and toppings after reheating.
Color alone cannot show whether a beef hamburger with ketchup patty is safe to eat. Ground beef should reach an internal temperature of 71°C (160°F), measured with a food thermometer, because harmful bacteria can be mixed throughout the meat.
Vitamins
B12
2.07µg · 86% DV
B3
7.38mg · 46% DV
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Zinc
5.85mg · 53% DV
Selenium
29µg · 53% DV
Sodium
936mg · 41% DV
Phosphorus
279mg · 40% DV
Potassium ⭐
423mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 450 calories in 1 piece (medium) (180 g):
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A beef hamburger with ketchup pairs a seasoned ground-beef patty with a soft bun and a sweet, tangy ketchup topping. The hamburger became closely associated with the United States and is now a familiar casual meal around the world, often made at home as well as bought ready to eat.
The tender patty and soft bread contrast with the bright, slightly sharp sauce. It is commonly served with fries, pickles or a side salad. The beef makes it a source of protein, while the meal can be relatively high in sodium and saturated fat. For a lighter version, choose a leaner patty, go easy on the ketchup and add a generous serving of salad.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.83g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.09g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.89g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.