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 240 calories, 11 grams fat, 24 grams carbohydrates, and 12 grams protein.
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 is based on a single serving measured as one Jr. Hamburger with standard toppings.
Daily Value
Daily value (%DV) indicates how much of a specific nutrient is in the burger, relative to the recommended daily limit. Use %DV to compare foods and select the best option for your dietary goals.
As shown in the chart below, Wendy’s Jr. Hamburger has a medium level of dietary cholesterol and is high in saturated fat and sodium.
Serving size: 1 Burger
% DAILY VALUE
Use %DV to determine if the level of nutrients in a food is low (5% or less) or high (20% or more).
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%DV |
Level | |
|---|---|---|
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Saturated Fat |
20% |
HIGH |
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Sodium |
20% |
HIGH |
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Cholesterol |
8% |
MED |
%DV based on 2,000 calories
Calories
There are 240 calories in one burger.
Here is a summary of the calories by macronutrient per serving:
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 proteinThe summary of calories by macronutrient above is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Wendy’s fast food restaurant. Actual calories in your order may vary as a result of how the burger is prepared onsite.
FITNESS TIME TO BURN 240 CALORIES
Estimate based on moderate level of activity by an adult with average BMI.
Nutrition Facts
Amount (%DV) per Burger
Red indicates a high %DV.
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Calories |
240 | |
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%DV | ||
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Total Fat |
11g |
14% |
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Saturated Fat |
4g |
20% |
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Trans Fat |
0.5g | |
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Cholesterol |
25mg |
8% |
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Sodium |
470mg |
20% |
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Carbohydrates |
24g |
9% |
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Dietary Fiber |
1g |
4% |
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Total Sugars |
5g | |
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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.
Sodium
There are 470 milligrams of sodium in a Jr. Hamburger from Wendy’s. That 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 you plan to order the hamburger with a side of french fries. Together, the combo meal contains a substantial amount of sodium.
Ingredients and Allergens in Hamburger
In addition the ingredients listed below, the hamburger includes Sweet Onions.
The crinkle cut pickles contain the preservative sodium benzoate.
Here are the ingredients for the patty, hamburger bun, pickles, and condiments used in the Jr Hamburger.
Ingredients
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Beef Patty |
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Ground Beef prepared with Salt |
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Bun |
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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 |
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Sliced Pickles |
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Cucumber, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Lactic Acid, Natural Flavors, Polysorbate 80, and Turmeric. |
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Ketchup |
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Tomato Concentrate from Red Ripe Tomatoes, Distilled Vinegar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Salt, Natural Flavoring, Spices, Onion Powder. |
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Mustard |
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Water, Distilled Vinegar, Mustard Seed, Salt, Turmeric (for color), Paprika, Spice. |
Allergens
The hamburger is made with ingredients that include egg, wheat, and sesame.
If you have a food allergy, check the full list of disclosed allergens in Wendy’s menu items. Consult with your physician before deciding which food is right for you.
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