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Toasted refined-grain hamburger bun
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Toasted hamburger bun (50 g) has 150 calories. That works out to 300 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.5 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 2.8 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 11 µg of Selenium covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
150
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
26.5g
· 10% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
2.8g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 12% · Fat 17%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 240 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% |
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) | 50 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 25 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 serving (whole) | 50 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 60 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 90 g | 270 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 300 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 100 g | 300 kcal |
Calculated from 300 calories per 100 g.
Yes, toasting a hamburger bun adds a lightly crisp surface and helps it hold up against burger juices and sauces. Toast the cut sides briefly just before assembling the burger; leaving it on the heat too long can make it dry or tough.
To toast a hamburger bun in a skillet, split it and place the cut sides against a hot pan. Use a dry nonstick skillet or a little butter, and lift the bun once the surface is golden. Watch closely, since it browns quickly.
Yes, a hamburger bun toasts well on a grill. Put the split bun cut-side down over moderate heat and remove it once lightly browned. Grill it near the end of cooking the patties so it is warm and ready to serve.
To toast a hamburger bun in the oven, split it and place it cut-side up on a baking sheet. Bake briefly in a preheated oven, checking often until the edges turn golden. The bun can dry out quickly, so avoid walking away.
Yes, you can toast a hamburger bun in an air fryer. Put the split halves in with their cut sides facing up and heat them briefly, checking early because the circulating hot air browns bread fast. Remove them when lightly crisp.
You can butter a hamburger bun before toasting, but it is optional. A thin coating on the cut sides gives a richer flavor and more even browning; too much butter can make the bun greasy, especially under a juicy patty.
Toast the cut sides of the hamburger bun before adding the fillings, then assemble the burger shortly before serving. A dry, crisp surface slows sauce from soaking in, while placing lettuce or cheese between the bun and juicy ingredients adds another barrier.
Yes, you can toast a hamburger bun shortly before serving, but it is best assembled while the bun is still warm and crisp. If it sits for too long, steam and moisture from the toppings can soften the toasted surface.
Yes, a toasted hamburger bun can be frozen, though its crisp texture may soften after thawing. Let it cool completely, wrap it well, and freeze it. Thaw it before serving, then briefly re-toast the cut sides to refresh the surface.
Toast the cut sides of a hamburger bun—the surfaces that will touch the patty and toppings. They brown quickly and create a firmer layer against sauces. Toasting the rounded outer crust is usually unnecessary and can make the bun overly firm.
Vitamins
B1
0.23mg · 19% DV
B3
2.3mg · 14% DV
Folate
55µg · 14% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Sodium
240mg · 10% DV
Iron
1.8mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.23mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
65mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Toasted hamburger bun is a split, soft bun heated until its cut sides are golden. Usually made with refined-grain flour, it develops a lightly crisp surface while staying tender inside; toasting also gives it a warmer, more pronounced baked flavour. Hamburger buns are closely associated with burgers, but a toasted bun can be served on its own or used as the base for a sandwich.
It is convenient for a quick breakfast or snack, and pairs well with eggs, cheese, or sliced vegetables. Nutritionally, it is mostly a carbohydrate source, with 53 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. Add a protein-rich filling and vegetables for a more substantial meal, or toast it briefly if you want to keep the centre soft.
Low
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 35:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (35:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.