McDonald's, Quarter Pounder

The Quarter Pounder is a popular hamburger offered by the fast food chain McDonald's, with weight of a quarter of a pound (113.4 g) before cooking.

McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese, United States

McDonald's Quarter Pounder

McDonald's, a globally renowned fast food chain, has introduced several iconic items on their menu since its inception. One of the standout items is the Quarter Pounder, a burger celebrated for its significant size and distinct taste.

Overview

The Quarter Pounder is aptly named due to its primary feature: a beef patty that weighs a quarter of a pound (113.4 g) prior to cooking. This burger has been a staple on McDonald's menus in many countries for decades and has undergone several variations and regional adaptations over the years.

History

The Quarter Pounder was introduced by McDonald's in 1971, initially in select locations, before its popularity warranted a worldwide release. The aim was to provide a larger burger for those wanting a heftier, meatier option than the standard hamburgers or the Big Mac. Over the years, McDonald's has introduced various versions of the Quarter Pounder, including the Quarter Pounder with Cheese, the Deluxe Quarter Pounder, and regional adaptations catering to local tastes and preferences.

Variations

• Quarter Pounder with Cheese: As the name suggests, this variation adds a slice of cheese, typically cheddar, enhancing the burger's flavor profile.
• Deluxe Quarter Pounder: This version includes toppings such as lettuce, onions, and tomatoes, making it a more comprehensive meal option.
• Regional Adaptations: Depending on the country, there might be unique toppings or condiments added to the Quarter Pounder to suit regional tastes.

In Popular Culture

The Quarter Pounder has found mentions in various films, TV shows, and books, further cementing its status as an iconic fast food item. The most notable mention might be in Quentin Tarantino's film Pulp Fiction, where the character Vincent Vega comments on the European name for the Quarter Pounder with Cheese.

Calories and Nutritional value of McDonald's Quarter Pounder

Nutrient	Unit	Value per 100gm	1.0 Quarter Pounder is 171.0g
Nutrients
Water	g	50.37	86.13
Energy	kcal	244	417
Protein	g	14.1	24.11
Total lipid (fat)	g	11.55	19.75
Carbohydrate, by difference	g	22.17	37.91
Fiber, total dietary	g	1.6	2.7
Sugars, total	g	5.13	8.77
Minerals
Calcium, Ca	mg	84	144
Iron, Fe	mg	2.41	4.12
Magnesium, Mg	mg	22	38
Phosphorus, P	mg	124	212
Potassium, K	mg	227	388
Sodium, Na	mg	427	730
Zinc, Zn	mg	2.69	4.6
Vitamins
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid	mg	0.9	1.5
Thiamin	mg	0.183	0.313
Riboflavin	mg	0.344	0.588
Niacin	mg	4.452	7.613
Vitamin B-12	µg	1.28	2.19
Vitamin A, IU	IU	56	96
Lipids
Fatty acids, total saturated	g	4.008	6.854
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated	g	4.202	7.185
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated	g	0.283	0.484
Fatty acids, total trans	g	0.724	1.238
Cholesterol	mg	39	67

Calories and Nutritional Value of Quarter Pounder with Cheese

Nutrient	Unit	Value per 100gm	1.0 item 7.1 oz 199.0 g
Nutrients
Water	g	48.9	97.31
Energy	kcal	258	513
Protein	g	14.59	29.03
Total lipid (fat)	g	14.22	28.3
Carbohydrate, by difference	g	19.95	39.7
Fiber, total dietary	g	1.4	2.8
Sugars, total	g	4.91	9.77
Minerals
Calcium, Ca	mg	144	287
Iron, Fe	mg	2.1	4.18
Magnesium, Mg	mg	22	44
Phosphorus, P	mg	161	320
Potassium, K	mg	219	436
Sodium, Na	mg	579	1152
Zinc, Zn	mg	2.63	5.23
Vitamins
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid	mg	0.8	1.6
Thiamin	mg	0.164	0.326
Riboflavin	mg	0.354	0.704
Niacin	mg	3.85	7.662
Vitamin B-12	µg	1.26	2.51
Vitamin A, IU	IU	280	557
Lipids
Fatty acids, total saturated	g	5.643	11.23
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated	g	4.608	9.17
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated	g	0.433	0.862
Fatty acids, total trans	g	0.849	1.69
Cholesterol	mg	47	94

See Also

• McDonald's Big Mac
• Fast Food in Popular Culture
• History of Fast Food

List of McDonald's food items

All McDonald's beef patties are seasoned, consisting primarily of salt and black pepper.

• McDonalds Hamburger
• Cheeseburger
• Big Mac
• McDonald's, Quarter Pounder
• McDonald's Quarter Pounder With Cheese
• McDonalds Big N' Tasty
• McDouble
• Bacon McDouble
• McDonalds Daily Double
• Ranger Burger

Side Orders

• McDonald's French Fries
• McDonald's Side Salad

Breakfast

• McDonald's Sausage McGriddles
• McDonald's Bacon, Egg, and Cheese McGriddles
• McDonald's Scrambled Eggs
• McDonald's Egg McMuffin
• McDonald's Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Biscuit
• McDonald's Biscuit
• McDonald's English Muffin
• McDonald's Big Breakfast
• McDonald's Deluxe Warm Cinnamon Roll
• McDonald's Hotcakes And Sausage

Chicken, fish & pork

• McChicken
• Premium chicken sandwiches
• McDonald's Caesar Salad With Grilled Chicken
• McDonald's Premium Grilled Chicken Ranch BLT Sandwitch
• McDonald's Premium Chicken Wraps
• McDonald's Chicken Strips
• McDonald's Sausage Burito
• Chicken Fajita
• Chicken McNuggets
• Mc Donald's Filet-O-Fish
• McRib
• Mighty Wings
• Chicken McBites
• Fish McBites
• McDonald's Fish Filet

Desserts

• Baked Apple Pie

Drinks and Beverages

• McDonald's Vanilla Triple Thick Shake
• McDonald's Strawberry Triple Thick Shake
• McDonald's Chocolate Triple Thick Shake
• McDonald's Vanilla Reduced Fat Ice Cream Cone
• McDonald's Strawberry Sundae
• McDonald's Hot Caramel Sundae
• McDonald's Hot Fudge Sundae
• McDonald's Peanuts (for Sundaes)
• McDonald's McFlurry with M&M'S Candies
• McDonald's McFlurry with Oreo cookies
• McDonald's Soda

Also see

• Applebee's
• Subway
• T.G.I.Friday's
• Denny's
• Fast food

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