An all-beef patty has a lot going for it! Here’s how the basic burger patty stacks up:
Burgers are often misunderstood
Calorie for calorie, a beef burger is a delicious way to power-up, providing the essential nutrients like iron, zinc, B vitamins and protein. Beef is an excellent source of protein, and like all meat, it is a complete protein with all the amino acids humans (like you) need. With 1 single natural ingredient: beef. No fortification or fabrication required.
Who knew? About half the fat in beef is monounsaturated – the same type of fat found in olive oil!
Choose your company wisely
Lighten up your burger meals by choosing better-for-you sides, drinks and toppings:
• Instead of fries, cherry tomatoes, sweet pepper strips, carrot or celery sticks
• Skip the pop – go for water or milk
• Choose flavour-rich, not calorie-rich condiments – try mustards, hot peppers or salsa
• Try lettuce wrapped burgers or go or a whole wheat bun or skip the bun lid and eat your burger ‘open faced’
Why not try some of these delicious recipes:
