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The Hamburger vs. The Turkey Burger

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Burgers are an essential part of the summer and there are so many to choose from, but none two more sought after than the hamburger and the turkey burger. They are both very versatile in pairing with many different flavor combinations and the taste and texture is similar to one another. Most people have at least heard of both, but how much do you really know about either? We’ve compiled the nutritional facts on both to help you tell the difference between the hamburger and the turkey burger.

 

 

4 ounces, Raw Ground Turkey (93/7) 4 ounces, Raw Ground Beef (93/7)
Calories

170

180
Total Fat

8g

9g

Saturated Fat

2.5g

3.5g

Cholesterol

80mg

65mg

Sodium

80mg

70mg

Protein

21g

23g

Vitamin A

2%

0%

Vitamin C

0%

0%

Calcium

2%

0%

 

 

KEY DIFFERENCES

 

Ground Turkey:

Higher in cholesterol

Higher in sodium

Less fat

Less protein

Contains vitamin A and calcium

 

Ground Beef:

Lower in cholesterol

Lower in sodium

Higher in fat

More protein

Does not contain any vitamins


Author: kimyoung

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