Whataburger Hamburger Nutrition and Ingredients
This hearty hamburger was aptly named the Whataburger® because when guests taste it, they may just shout out “What a burger!” It is made with an all beef patty served, tomato, lettuce, pickles, diced onion, and mustard 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 Nutritional Info
Reference to percentage 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’s a quick summary of the number of 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.
% Calories from Fat, Carbs and Protein
Summary of calories by nutrient is based on the nutrition facts provided by Whataburger. 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 considered high for one menu item.
SUMMARY OF DIETARY FAT PER SERVING
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.
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)
Amount per serving
|
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: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
What is Sodium Benzoate?
Sodium Benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid.
Because of its antifungal and antibacterial properties, sodium benzoate inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeast and mold. Accordingly, it is commonly used as a food preservative in processed food. Additionally, it’s often used as a pickling agent.
Processed food items that often include sodium benzoate include jams, fruit pulp, olives, beer, fruit, yogurt, and canned vegetables.
Allergens
The hamburger at Whataburger is made with ingredients that contain gluten, sesame, soy, and wheat.
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, allergens, and ingredients source: Whataburger