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High-protein fast-food burger with refined bun and moderate-to-high fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Single patty smash burger (180 g) has 482 calories. That works out to 268 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.2 g of carbs, 25.6 g of protein, 25.7 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 2.1 µg of B12 covers 86% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 180 g
482
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
36.2g
· 13% DV
Protein
25.6g
· 51% DV
Fat
25.7g
· 33% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 30% · Protein 21% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 482 kcal | |
| Total fat | 25.7 g | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 9.18 g | 46% |
| Trans fat | 0.81 g | |
| Sodium | 846 mg | 37% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% |
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 (whole) | 180 g | 482 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28.4 g | 76 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 45 g | 121 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 241 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 268 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 150 g | 402 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 482 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 590 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 250 g | 670 kcal |
Calculated from 268 calories per 100 g.
A single patty smash burger is made with one portion of beef pressed thin against a very hot flat cooking surface. The direct contact creates a browned crust and crisp edges, while keeping the burger to one patty.
A single patty smash burger is pressed to maximize contact between the beef and the hot cooking surface. That contact helps create the deeply browned, flavorful crust that distinguishes a smash burger from a thicker, unpressed burger.
For crisp edges on a single patty smash burger, use a very hot, flat skillet or griddle and press the beef firmly as soon as it touches the surface. Leave it alone until a browned crust forms before flipping.
Ground beef with some fat works well for a single patty smash burger because it stays flavorful and browns effectively when pressed thin. Very lean beef can turn dry, while loosely shaped portions are easier to smash without overworking the meat.
To keep a single patty smash burger from sticking to the spatula, press the beef through a small piece of parchment paper, then peel the paper away. A sturdy, flat spatula also makes it easier to press the patty evenly.
Add cheese to a single patty smash burger just after flipping, while the second side finishes cooking. Covering the skillet briefly helps it melt; American cheese is a classic choice, but other quick-melting cheeses work too.
Yes, a heavy, flat-bottomed skillet works well for a single patty smash burger. Preheat it thoroughly, cook one patty at a time if needed, and use a sturdy spatula to press the beef onto the hot surface.
A single patty smash burger uses a thin patty pressed onto a hot cooking surface, unlike the thicker, shaped patty commonly used in a regular hamburger. The smash method produces more browned surface and crisp edges in each bite.
For the best texture, separate the patty from the bun in a leftover single patty smash burger. Reheat the patty in a skillet until hot, then toast the bun separately; microwaving the assembled burger can make the bread soggy.
Pickles, sliced onion, cheese, and a tangy burger sauce pair well with a single patty smash burger. Keep the toppings fairly light so they do not overwhelm the thin, crisp-edged patty or make the bun difficult to hold.
Vitamins
B12
2.07µg · 86% DV
B3
8.28mg · 52% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
29µg · 53% DV
Zinc
5.04mg · 46% DV
Phosphorus
306mg · 44% DV
Sodium
846mg · 37% DV
Potassium ⭐
423mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 482 calories in 1 piece (whole) (180 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A single patty smash burger is an American-style burger made by pressing a portion of ground beef onto a very hot griddle, then serving it in a bun. The thin patty develops a browned, crisp-edged surface and is often paired with cheese, pickles, sauce or other toppings.
It is commonly served as a quick meal with fries, though a salad or vegetables make a lighter side. The beef provides protein, while the refined bun and cooking fat make the burger more substantial; it has 14.2 g of protein per 100 g. For a less heavy version, go easy on rich sauces and add fresh vegetables.
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
9.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.89g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.