Whataburger Hamburger
A Whataburger hamburger is made with an all beef patty served, tomato, lettuce, pickles, diced onion, and mustard. The burger is served on a large 5″ bun.
There are 590 calories, 25 grams fat, 61 grams carbohydrates, and 29 grams protein in one burger.
Read this fast food report for a complete overview of the nutrition facts, ingredients, and allergens in a classic hamburger at Whataburger.
Whataburger Hamburger Nutrition Facts
Nutrition information in this guide is based on standard formulations for one Whataburger Hamburger, excluding substitutions or additional toppings.
Calories
There are 590 calories in a single serving of the Whataburger.
Here is a summary of calories by macronutrient, per serving:
The greatest proportion of total calories is derived from carbohydrates. Dietary fat contributes 39% of the total calories and the remaining 19% is from protein.
Whataburger Hamburger
% calories from fat, carbs and proteinSummary of calories by macronutrient is based on the nutrition facts provided by Whataburger. Actual calories may vary by location or as a result of how the burger is prepared.
Time to Burn Calories
An average adult would need to run at a moderate pace for approximately 50 minutes to burn off the calories from a hamburger.
Here is a list of the approximate times required to burn off the 590 calories, by type of exercise.
FITNESS TIME TO BURN 590 CALORIES
Estimate based on moderate level of activity by an adult with average BMI.
Whataburger Jr. Calories
The smaller Whataburger Jr. is made with a 4″ beef patty and has 310 calories.
Nutrition Facts
Review the data table below, which shows nutrition facts in a Whataburger hamburger.
Amount (%DV) per Burger
Red indicates a high %DV.
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Calories |
590 |
%DV |
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Total Fat |
25g |
32% |
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Saturated Fat |
8g |
40% |
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Trans Fat |
1g | |
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Cholesterol |
45mg |
15% |
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Sodium |
1220mg |
53% |
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Carbohydrates |
62g |
23% |
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Dietary Fiber |
4g |
14% |
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Total Sugars |
12g | |
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Protein |
29g |
%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, Whataburger’s Hamburger is high in saturated fat and sodium.
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%DV |
Level | |
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Saturated Fat |
40% |
HIGH |
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Cholesterol |
15% |
MED |
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Sodium |
53% |
HIGH |
%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
A single serving of the Whataburger contains 25 grams of total fat, including 8 grams saturated fat. That is high for one menu item.
For reference, general guidance states that a nutrient with 20% or greater daily value is high. The amount of total fat and saturated fat in a Whataburger exceeds that threshold.
SUMMARY OF FAT PER SERVING
Sodium
A single serving contains 1,220 milligrams of sodium. That’s over half of the recommended daily limit for an entire day (based on a 2,000 calorie diet).
For approximately $3.00 more, you can choose to upgrade your hamburger order to a Whatameal. The meal includes a side order of medium fries and a medium drink.
Whataburger Ingredients and Allergens
Here are the ingredients listed for the patty, bun, and toppings in the Whataburger hamburger.
Ingredients
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Hamburger Patty |
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USDA inspected 100% ground beef |
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Hamburger Bun |
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The bun contains wheat, soy, sesame and a bioengineered food ingredient. Here is the list of ingredients: Unbleached Enriched Flour, Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Wheat Gluten, Salt, Dough Conditioners, Monocalcium Phosphate, Sesame Flour, Soy Lecithin, Calcium Propionate (to retard spoilage) |
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Bun Oil |
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Liquid and Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Soy Lecithin, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Beta-Carotene (color), TBHQ and Citric Acid (protect flavor), Dimethylpolysiloxane, an anti-foaming agent added |
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Toppings |
Allergens
The hamburger at Whataburger is made with ingredients that contain gluten, sesame, soy, and wheat.
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