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High-protein homemade ground meat burger patty
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Homemade burger patty (120 g) has 300 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 31.2 g of protein, 20.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of B12 covers 115% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
300
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
0.6g
· 0% DV
Protein
31.2g
· 62% DV
Fat
20.4g
· 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 1% · Protein 40% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 300 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.4 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 8.16 g | 41% |
| Trans fat | 0.84 g | |
| Sodium | 90 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% |
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) | 120 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 60 g | 150 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 200 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 150 g | 375 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 450 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 500 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 600 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
Make a homemade burger patty by gently shaping ground beef into a thick, even disc and seasoning it with salt and pepper. Handle the meat lightly rather than kneading it, which can make the cooked patty dense.
To keep a homemade burger patty from falling apart, shape it without overworking the meat and chill it before cooking. Let the first side form a crust before flipping, and avoid turning the patty repeatedly.
Ground beef with some fat is a popular choice for a homemade burger patty because the fat helps keep it juicy as it cooks. Very lean beef can produce a drier, firmer patty.
No, a homemade burger patty does not need egg or breadcrumbs to hold together; beef can be shaped on its own. Those binders make the texture more like a meatball or meatloaf than a classic burger.
Cook a homemade burger patty over a hot grill and let one side sear before flipping it once. Pressing down on the patty pushes out juices and can cause flare-ups, so leave it alone as it cooks.
A homemade burger patty shrinks as heat makes the meat’s proteins contract and releases moisture and fat. Shape the raw patty slightly wider than the bun and avoid pressing it with a spatula to limit shrinkage.
A homemade burger patty made with ground beef should reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Check the center with a food thermometer, since the patty’s color alone cannot reliably show whether it is safely cooked.
Yes, you can freeze homemade burger patties raw. Separate them with parchment, seal them in a freezer-safe package, and thaw them in the refrigerator before cooking so they cook more evenly.
Keep a raw homemade burger patty refrigerated for 1–2 days before cooking. Store it in a sealed container on a low shelf to prevent meat juices from dripping onto other foods.
A homemade burger patty can puff up because the center cooks and contracts more slowly than the edges. Make a shallow dimple in the center before cooking to help the patty keep a flatter shape.
Vitamins
B12
2.76µg · 115% DV
B3
6.48mg · 41% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
B2
0.24mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Zinc
6.12mg · 56% DV
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
252mg · 36% DV
Iron
3.12mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
384mg · 11% DV
Sodium
90mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A homemade burger patty is shaped from ground meat, usually beef, with seasoning mixed in. Burgers have roots in the United States, while homemade versions vary in their choice of meat, fat content and seasonings.
Cooked until browned outside and juicy within, the patty is often served in a bun with familiar toppings such as lettuce, tomato and pickles. It also works well without the bun, alongside salad or grilled vegetables. It is a protein-rich choice, providing 26 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, grill the patty and pair it with plenty of vegetables rather than adding rich sauces or extra toppings.
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.
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
8.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.