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Protein and iron source, classic hamburger patty
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Beef patty (120 g) has 300 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 21.6 g of protein, 24 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3 µg of B12 covers 125% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
250
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
18g
· 36% DV
Fat
20g
· 26% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 29% · Fat 71%
Vitamins
B12
2.5µg · 104% DV
B3
4.5mg · 28% DV
B6
0.3mg · 18% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Zinc
5mg · 45% DV
Phosphorus
180mg · 26% DV
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Iron
3mg · 17% DV
High
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 250 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8g
MONOUNSATURATED
9g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Chilling the patties briefly before cooking and using a properly preheated pan helps them hold their shape. Avoid pressing them with a spatula or flipping them repeatedly, as this releases juices.
The most reliable method is using a food thermometer: the center should reach at least 71°C (160°F). Color is not a dependable safety test, since fully cooked ground beef can sometimes remain pink inside.
Cooked beef patties should be refrigerated in a sealed container within two hours of cooking and are generally best used within 3–4 days. Raw patties should usually be cooked or frozen within 1–2 days of purchase.
Yes, both raw and cooked beef patties freeze well. Pack them in portions with as little air as possible, and thaw them in the refrigerator rather than at room temperature.
Overcooking causes a patty to lose moisture and fat. Cook over medium-high heat to develop a crust, then finish cooking only until it reaches a safe internal temperature.
They may use the same beef base, but beef patties can include onion, seasoning, or binders. A classic burger patty is often simply ground beef and salt, so check the label if you want to avoid added breadcrumbs or flour.
Salads, grilled vegetables, yogurt-based vegetable sides, or bean salads add volume and fiber to the meal. Foods rich in vitamin C, such as peppers, arugula, or lemon-dressed salad, can support absorption of iron from the meat.
Its protein makes a beef patty a practical option for a meal after training, when muscle repair is supported by adequate protein intake. Adding a carbohydrate source and vegetables can make recovery meals more balanced, especially after long or intense exercise.
Eating a beef patty at night is not inherently harmful; portion size, your overall diet, and how close you eat to bedtime matter more. Higher-fat patties may worsen indigestion or reflux in some people when eaten late.
Beef provides heme iron, which the body absorbs efficiently, but iron deficiency is not always corrected by food alone. If you have symptoms or low blood test results, consult a healthcare professional to identify the cause and appropriate treatment.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.