Big Mac vs Cheeseburger (fast food)
| Big Mac | Cheeseburger (fast food) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 11.8 g | 17.3 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 20.1 g | 24.1 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 15.0 g | 16.0 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 1.6 g | 1.7 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 257.0 kcal | 310.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 4.6 g | 5.6 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 254 g · 652 kcal | 174 g · 538 kcal |
The same three numbers, drawn
What 30 g of protein looks like on a plate
Where the calories come from
The one-line verdict: Cheeseburger (fast food) delivers 1.2× the protein per calorie of Big Mac (5.6 g vs 4.6 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: CheeseburgerMore fiber / 100 g: CheeseburgerLighter per 100 g: Big MacSmaller 30 g portion: Cheeseburger
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Bold marks the better side of each row. "Per 100 kcal" answers the density question — which food delivers more protein for the energy it costs. Portion row is computed live from the same USDA base values shown on each food page.