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.
One burger contains the following:
Read this guide for a complete overview of the nutrition facts, ingredients, and allergens in the original hamburger at Whataburger fast food restaurant.
Whataburger Hamburger Nutrition Facts
Nutritional information in this guide is based on a single serving measured as one Whataburger Hamburger.
Daily Value
Daily value indicates how much of a specific nutrient is in the burger relative to the recommended daily limit. Use the %DV to compare foods and select the best option for your dietary goals.
As shown in the chart below, Whataburger’s hamburger 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 | |
|---|---|---|
|
Saturated Fat |
40% |
HIGH |
|
Cholesterol |
15% |
MED |
|
Sodium |
53% |
HIGH |
Daily value (%DV) illustrates how much a nutrient per serving contributes to a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories
There are 590 calories in a single serving of the Whataburger. Here is a summary of the calories by macronutrient:
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.
ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 590 CALORIES
Whataburger Jr. Calories
The smaller Whataburger Jr. is made with a 4″ beef patty and has 310 calories.
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).
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Hamburger (316g)
Red indicates %DV is high.
|
Calories |
590 |
% Daily Value
|
Total Fat |
25g |
32% |
|
Saturated Fat |
8g |
40% |
|
Trans Fat |
1g | |
|
Cholesterol |
45mg |
15% |
|
Sodium |
1220mg |
53% |
|
Carbohydrates |
62g |
23% |
|
Dietary Fiber |
4g |
14% |
|
Total Sugars |
12g | |
|
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.
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
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients listed for the patty, bun, and toppings in the Whataburger hamburger.
Hamburger Patty
Ingredients:USDA inspected 100% ground beef
Hamburger Bun
Ingredients in bun: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).
The bun contains wheat, soy, sesame and a bioengineered food ingredient.
Bun Oil
Ingredients:Liquid and Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Soy Lecithin, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Beta-Carotene (color), TBHQ and Citric Acid (protect flavor), and Dimethylpolysiloxane, an anti-foaming agent added.
Toppings
Allergens
The hamburger at Whataburger is made with ingredients that contain gluten, sesame, soy, and wheat.
Nutrition facts, prices, and ingredients are based on available information as of the date of publication. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. All reports and reviews published on this site are for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, %DV is based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
Nutrition facts, allergens, and ingredients source: Whataburger