Frankfurter, meat
FDC 172968serving (1 hot dog) (52 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 18 · -4 vs Sausage & deli meats medianA classic beef-and-pork frankfurter sits at 18 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, Low band, ranking 44 of 60 in Sausage & deli meats. Protein is its main strength, an excellent 21% DV per 100 g, though the sausage is built mostly from fat.
One hot dog (52 g) is the standard serving, usually grilled or boiled and tucked into a bun. Sodium runs high at 1090 mg per 100 g and saturated fat at 7.7 g per 100 g, so it is worth balancing against the rest of the day's plate; ham, minced is listed as a stronger-scoring alternative in the same category.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 290 kcal | 14% |
| Total fat | 26 g | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 7.7 g | 38% |
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 1090 mg | 47% |
| Carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 10 g | 21% |
| Potassium | 152 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 15 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19 mg | 1% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 151 kcal | 8% |
| Total fat | 13 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 567 mg | 25% |
| Carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% |
| Potassium | 79 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.57 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 7.8 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 1% |
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FDC 172968Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the sausage & deli meats median
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More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
Ham, mincedDensity 18 vs 18Frankfurter, meat, heatedDensity 19 vs 18Polish sausage, porkDensity 20 vs 18Original analysis by NutriVerdict
In the kitchen and how to use it
The classic all-meat frankfurter is grilled, boiled, or pan-fried and served in a bun with mustard, ketchup, relish, sauerkraut, or onions, and it is a fixture at cookouts and ballparks. Its snappy casing and smooth, emulsified interior come from grinding meat with fat and seasonings before stuffing, and it can also be sliced into beans, mac and cheese, or fried rice.
Fresh or vacuum-packed hot dogs keep well in the refrigerator until the printed date and freeze without much loss of texture. One hot dog (52 g) provides 290 calories, and per 100 g it delivers 10.3 g protein, 21% of the Daily Value; it is a convenient way to add protein to a bun-based meal, though at 1090 mg sodium per 100 g it is worth pairing with unsalted sides like plain vegetables or fruit.
Frequently asked questions about frankfurter, meat
How many calories are in a hot dog?
One all-meat frankfurter (52 g) has 290 calories.
What pairs well with a frankfurter?
Classic pairings include mustard, ketchup, relish, sauerkraut, and onions on a bun.
Is a frankfurter a good source of protein?
It provides 10.3 g of protein per 100 g, about 21% of the Daily Value.