Five Guys Little Hamburger

Hamburger with lettuce and tomato from Five Guys.

A Five Guys Little Hamburger is made with a hand-formed beef patty and served on a sesame seed bun.

There are 540 calories, 26 grams fat, 39 grams carbohydrates, and 23 grams protein in one burger.

Read this nutrition report for an analysis of calories and a complete overview of the nutrition facts, ingredients, and allergens in the Little Hamburger from Five Guys fast food restaurant.

Five Guys Little Hamburger Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is based on standard formulations and FDA-approved estimates for one burger, excluding any substitutions or extra add-ons. Five Guys food is made to order and prepared by hand. As a result, actual calories in your meal may vary.

Calories

The little hamburger, a smaller beef patty version of Five Guy’s standard burger, has 540 calories.

Here is a summary of calories by macronutrient, per serving:

  • 250 calories from fat
  • 170 calories from total carbs
  • 120 calories from protein

Proportion of Calories by Macronutrient

The greatest proportion (46%) of total calories are derived from dietary fats. Carbohydrates make up 32%, and the remaining 22% is from protein.

Five Guys Little Hamburger

% calories from fat, carbs and protein
Calories
250 calories from fat
46% FAT
170 calories from carbS
32% CARBS
120 calories from Protein
22% PROTEIN

Calories by nutrient are rounded estimates based on the nutrition facts information provided by Five Guys. Actual calories may vary due to any variation in how the burger is prepared.

Time to Burn Calories

An average adult would need to run at a moderate pace for approximately 45 minutes to burn off the calories from a Little Hamburger.

Here is a list of approximate times required to burn 540 calories, by type of exercise.

FITNESS TIME TO BURN 540 CALORIES

  • Run 45 minutes
  • Walk 2 hours 50 minutes
  • Swim 1 hour 20 minutes

Estimate based on moderate level of activity by an adult with average BMI.

Nutrition Facts

Review the table below for nutrition facts in Five Guys Little Hamburger.

Amount (%DV) per Burger

Red indicates a high %DV.

Calories

540

%DV

Total Fat

26g

Saturated Fat

11.5g

Trans Fat

1g

Cholesterol

65mg

Sodium

380mg

Carbohydrates

39g

14%

Dietary Fiber

2g

7%

Total Sugars

8g

Protein

23g

%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.

Daily Value

Daily Value (%DV) measures the amount of a nutrient per serving, relative to the recommended limit. Use %DV to compare and select foods for a balanced diet.

As shown in the chart below, Five Guys Little Hamburger is high in saturated fat.

%DV

Level

Saturated Fat

58%

Sodium

17%

MED

  • 11.5g saturated fat is 58% of the recommended daily limit (20g)
  • Medium level (<20% DV) of sodium (380mg) per serving

%DV based on 2,000 calorie diet. FDA suggests a %DV of 5% or less is low and 20% or more is high.

Total Fat

One serving of the beef burger contains 26 grams of total fat, including 11.5 grams of saturated fat.

The amount of saturated fat has a 58% daily value, which is considered high for a single menu item.

Calculate Daily Value

To calculate %DV, divide the amount of a nutrient in one serving by the FDA-recommended daily limit.

per Burger

Daily Limit*

Daily Value

Total Fat

26g

78g

Saturated Fat

11.5g

20g

*Based on FDA general nutrition advice for an adult following 2,000 calorie daily diet.

For context, according to the U.S. FDA, a nutrient that contributes a 20% daily value per serving is high.

Summary of Fat in Little Burger
  • 250 calories from dietary fats
  • 46% of total calories
  • 110 calories from saturated fat
  • 1 gram trans fat

Check nutrition facts for Five Guys full menu

Hamburger with lettuce and tomato from Five Guys.
There are 540 calories in a Five Guys Little Hamburger

Daily Value (%DV) is based on a 2,000 calorie diet, the standard measure used by the FDA for general nutrition advice. Calorie needs vary. Your %DV may be higher or lower depending on height, weight, and physical activity.

Ingredients and Allergens in Little Hamburger

  • The Little Hamburger is not dairy-free. Five Guys bun contains milk.
  • Ketchup and mayonnaise contain high fructose corn syrup in ketchup.

The hamburger bun at Five Guys is made with a proprietary recipe unique to the restaurant.

Here are the ingredients in the hamburger patty, bacon, and hamburger bun.

Ingredients

Hamburger Patty

80/20 USDA Ground Chuck

Five Guys Bun

Water, Salt, Sugar, Vegetable Shortening (contains soy), Milk, Eggs, Bleached Bread Flour, Yeast, Sesame Seeds

Ketchup

Tomato Concentrate from Red Ripe Tomatoes, Distilled Vinegar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Salt, Spice, Onion Powder, Natural Flavoring

Mayonnaise

Soybean Oil, Egg Yolks, Distilled and Cider Vinegar, Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Salt, Spice, Calcium Disodium EDTA, Natural Flavoring

You can also select from a variety of additional toppings including relish, jalapeno peppers, and grilled mushrooms, among other options.

Allergens

The burger is made with ingredients that contain egg, milk, gluten/wheat, sesame, and soy.

Review list of allergens in Five Guys menu items.

Five Guys Little Hamburger with text summarizing nutrition facts.

Nutrition facts, prices, and ingredients are based on available information as of the date of publication. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change recipes or formulations without notice. Check package labels and ask the product manufacturer or restaurant for the most up-to-date information. Unless otherwise stated, %DV is based on a 2,000 calorie diet. All reports and reviews published on this site are for informational purposes only. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide healthcare advice or dietary recommendations. Always consult your licensed physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.

Nutrition, ingredients, allergens, burger product image source: Five Guys official website. Original designs by Nutrition & Ingredients for research and commentary related to fast food nutrition.

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