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A browned, round beef patty sits without a bun on a plate, topped with a slice of pale yellow cheese and accompanied by crisp lettuce, red tomato slices, and rings of purple onion.
●Low GI
💪High Protein

Bunless hamburger Calories

Bunless hamburger with beef patty and typical burger toppings

CALORIES · 100 G

250kcal

GI

10low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

270mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.6g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Bunless hamburger (150 g) has 375 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.8 g of carbs, 26.3 g of protein, 27 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 3.2 µg of B12 covers 131% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Bunless hamburger Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g

375

KCAL / 150G

Carbs

6.8g

· 2% DV

Protein

26.3g

· 53% DV

Fat

27g

· 35% DV

Fiber

0.9g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 7% · Protein 28% · Fat 65%

Bunless hamburger nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (150 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories375 kcal
Total fat27 g35%
Saturated fat10.65 g53%
Trans fat0.9 g
Sodium630 mg27%
Total carbohydrate6.8 g2%
Fiber0.9 g3%
Protein26.3 g53%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Bunless hamburger?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)150 g375 kcal
0.25 piece (quarter)38 g95 kcal
½ piece (half)75 g188 kcal
100 g100 g250 kcal
1 piece (small)120 g300 kcal
1 serving (medium)180 g450 kcal
1 piece (large)200 g500 kcal
1 serving (large)240 g600 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)250 g625 kcal

Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bunless hamburger

What is a bunless hamburger?

A bunless hamburger is a hamburger patty served without a bread bun, usually with familiar toppings such as cheese, lettuce, and tomato. It may come on a plate or wrapped in lettuce, with sauces and toppings chosen to taste.

How do you make a bunless hamburger?

Cook the patty in a hot pan or on a grill, then serve it with your chosen burger toppings instead of a bun. Add juicy ingredients such as tomato after cooking, and serve sauces on the side to keep the plate from getting watery.

Is a bunless hamburger good for weight loss?

A bunless hamburger can make a meal lower in energy than the same burger with a bun, but toppings and portion size matter. Cheese, mayonnaise, and rich sauces can narrow that difference, so choose toppings to suit your meal.

What do you serve with a bunless hamburger?

Serve a bunless hamburger with a green salad, roasted vegetables, or fries. Salad and vegetables make a lighter plate, while fries or creamy sides create a more filling meal; pick a side that complements your toppings.

What is the difference between a bunless hamburger and a regular hamburger?

A bunless hamburger has the patty and toppings but no bread bun; a regular hamburger is served inside a bun. The bunless version is commonly plated with a knife and fork or wrapped in lettuce instead.

How do you keep a bunless hamburger patty from falling apart?

To keep a bunless hamburger patty intact, avoid overworking the meat, preheat the pan, and let the underside brown before turning it. Pressing down on the patty while it cooks can release its juices and make it more likely to crumble.

What can you use instead of a bun for a bunless hamburger?

Large lettuce leaves are a common bun substitute for a bunless hamburger, while serving it on a plate works just as well. Lettuce makes the toppings easier to hold, and a plate lets you arrange the patty and sides separately.

What cheese is best on a bunless hamburger?

Cheddar, American-style burger cheese, or another good-melting cheese works well on a bunless hamburger. Add it near the end of cooking and briefly cover the pan so it melts over the patty without overcooking the meat.

How long does a bunless hamburger last in the fridge?

Store a cooked bunless hamburger in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within three to four days. Keep lettuce, tomato, and sauces separate from the patty to preserve their texture, and reheat the meat thoroughly.

Can people with diabetes eat a bunless hamburger?

A bunless hamburger can contain less carbohydrate than one served with a bun, but sauces and side dishes also affect the meal. If you have diabetes, ask your doctor or dietitian how to fit it into your individual eating plan.

Bunless hamburger Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

3.15µg · 131% DV

B3

6.9mg · 43% DV

B6

0.48mg · 28% DV

B2

0.27mg · 21% DV

Minerals

Zinc

5.7mg · 52% DV

Selenium

26µg · 47% DV

Phosphorus

270mg · 39% DV

Sodium

630mg · 27% DV

Potassium ⭐

405mg · 12% DV

Bunless hamburger Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

10
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

1.5
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Bunless hamburger

To burn the 375 calories in 1 piece (medium) (150 g):

🚶

93min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

38min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

51min

Cycling

🏊

44min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Bunless hamburger?

A bunless hamburger is a beef patty served without the bread bun, often with familiar toppings such as lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, pickles or sauce. The hamburger became popular in the United States, and this version keeps the patty and toppings while leaving out the bun. Toppings vary by taste and by what is available.

It can be eaten as a main course with a salad or vegetables, or wrapped in lettuce for a hand-held meal. The patty provides protein and fat, while leaving out the bun makes the dish lower in carbohydrates than a conventional burger; it contains 17.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, go easy on rich sauces and add extra vegetables.

How Nutritious Is Bunless hamburger?

Nutrient density

Medium

52/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

44/ 100

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.

Is Bunless hamburger Processed?

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.

Does Bunless hamburger Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Bunless hamburger Good For?

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

Bunless hamburger Fat Profile

SATURATED

10.65g

MONOUNSATURATED

11.4g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.35g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 8.2:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (8.2:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.