Wendy’s Jr. Hamburger
Made with fresh beef, the Jr. Hamburger is topped with pickles, onion, ketchup and mustard, and served on a toasted bun.
One Jr. Hamburger from Wendy’s contains:
Read this guide for a detailed overview of the nutrition facts, calories, ingredients, and allergens in the Jr. Hamburger from Wendy’s fast food restaurant.
Wendy’s Jr. Hamburger Nutritional Information
Nutritional information in this guide is based on a single serving measured as a Jr. Hamburger.
Nutrition Info
240 Calories
% Daily Value
|
Saturated Fat |
20% |
HIGH |
|
Cholesterol |
8% |
MED |
|
Sodium |
20% |
HIGH |
Calories
There are 240 calories in one burger.
Here is a summary of the number of calories by macronutrient in a standard serving of Wendy’s junior burger:
Calories are derived in part from 11 grams of dietary fats, which make up 42% of the total. Carbohydrates contribute about 40% of the total calories, and the remaining 18% is from protein.
Wendy’s Jr. Hamburger
% Calories from Fat, Carbs and Protein
The summary of calories by macronutrient above is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Wendy’s.
ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 240 CALORIES
Sodium
There are 470 milligrams of sodium in a Jr. Hamburger from Wendy’s fast food restaurant. That equates to 20% of the recommended limit for an entire day (based on a 2,000 calorie diet) and is considered high.
Keep that in mind if ordering the fast food hamburger with a side order of french fries. Together, the combo meal contains a substantial amount of sodium.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving of 1 Burger
Red indicates a high %DV.
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Calories |
240 |
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%DV | ||
|
Total Fat |
11g |
14% |
|
Saturated Fat |
4g |
20% |
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Trans Fat |
0.5g | |
|
Cholesterol |
25mg |
8% |
|
Sodium |
470mg |
20% |
|
Carbohydrates |
24g |
9% |
|
Dietary Fiber |
1g |
4% |
|
Total Sugars |
5g | |
|
Protein |
12g |
%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.
Ingredients and Allergens in Hamburger
Ingredients
In addition the ingredients listed below, the hamburger includes Onions.
Here are the ingredients for the patty, hamburger bun, pickles, and condiments used in the Jr Hamburger.
Jr. Hamburger Beef Patty
Ingredients in patty:Ground Beef is prepared with Salt.
Bun
Ingredients:Wheat Enriched Flour, Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Salt, Calcium Peroxide, Calcium Propionate (preservative), Annatto Extract and Turmeric Extract (for color), Dough Conditioners, Enzyme Blend (wheat flour, calcium sulfate, enzymes, and ascorbic acid), Natural Flavor, Sesame Flour, Turmeric and Paprika, Vital Wheat Gluten, Whole Grain Corn Flour, Yeast Nutrient (ammonium sulfate), and Yellow Corn Flour
Sliced Pickles
The crinkle cut pickles contain the preservative sodium benzoate.
Ingredients in pickles:Cucumber, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Lactic Acid, Natural Flavors, Polysorbate 80, and Turmeric.
Toppings and Condiments
What is Polysorbate 80?
Polysorbate 80 is a synthetic water-soluble nonionic surfactant. It is used in food production for emulsifying oils. In other words, it helps to prevents fats from separating.
You will find that Polysorbate 80 is an ingredient often used in frozen desserts, baking mixes, and canned vegetables.
This additive is also used in the pharmaceuticals and cosmetics industry.
Note: A surfactant is a chemical compound that decreases tension between two liquids that are not electrically charged. Nonionic surfactants are not electrically charged, which improve function of emulsifying oils.
Polysorbate 80 is used in Wendy’s Jr. Hamburger Pickles. Other fast food menu items and packaged foods that contain polysorbate 80 include:
Allergens
The hamburger is made with ingredients that include egg, wheat, and sesame.
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
Nutrition facts, ingredients and image source: Wendy’s.