Hot dog with bun vs Cheeseburger (fast food)
| Hot dog with bun | Cheeseburger (fast food) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 10.8 g | 17.3 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 23.7 g | 24.1 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 17.4 g | 16.0 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 0.8 g | 1.7 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 296 kcal | 310.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 3.6 g | 5.6 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 278 g · 822 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 1.5× the protein per calorie of Hot dog with bun (5.6 g vs 3.6 g per 100 kcal).
More protein / 100 g: CheeseburgerMore fiber / 100 g: CheeseburgerLighter per 100 g: Hot dog with bunSmaller 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.