Burger: the indulgent original vs a healthy version
2026-11-05 · 6 min read · Get Lean Today
I never gave up burgers — I just stopped buying them. At home it takes 15 minutes, the patty is juicy and the calories are almost halved. The trick is the mince and the sauce, not some magic bun.
Original · 300 g
850 kcal
Protein 38 · Fat 48 · Carbs 62
Healthy version · you save 420
430 kcal
Protein 40 · Fat 14 · Carbs 36
Approximate macros per serving
Why the original is so heavy
Fatty beef, cheese, sauce and a white bun add up to almost half a day's calories.
Gram by gram: usual recipe vs my version
Per serving. This is where the calories actually go.
| Usual | kcal | My version | kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| White bun, 80 g | 240 | Whole-grain bun, 70 g | 175 |
| 20% beef mince, 150 g | 375 | 5% beef mince, 150 g | 190 |
| Cheddar, 20 g | 80 | Light cheese, 15 g | 40 |
| Mayo sauce, 30 g | 150 | 2% yogurt + mustard, 30 g | 25 |
| Lettuce, tomato, 30 g | 5 | Lettuce, tomato, pickle, 60 g | 15 |
| Total | 850 | you save 405 | 445 |
Reference values, rounded to 5 kcal. Brands differ — check the label.
Ingredients
- Whole-grain bun70 g
- 5% beef mince150 g
- Light cheese15 g
- 2% yogurt + mustard30 g
- Lettuce, tomato, pickle60 g
How to make it
- Season the mince and shape a 1.5 cm patty.
- Cook on a dry grill pan, 4 minutes per side.
- Toast the bun and spread with yogurt-mustard.
- Assemble with the vegetables.
Tip: Swap fries for a salad or oil-free baked wedges.
Mistakes I made so you don't have to
- Pressing the patty with a spatula squeezes out the juice.
- Salting the mince an hour ahead makes it rubbery. Salt right before cooking.
Storing
Raw patties keep 2 days in the fridge or 2 months frozen between parchment.
How to log it
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FAQ
- How many calories are in regular burger?
- About 850 kcal per 300 g serving.
- Can I eat it while dieting?
- Yes. The healthy version saves about 420 kcal and has more protein, so it fits a deficit easily.
- How do I count my own portion?
- Snap a photo in Get Lean Today and calories and macros are counted for you.