Hamburger with 1/4 Lb Meat on Bun (1 (1/4 Lb) Hamburger)

Choose a smaller or thinner bun, or use an open-faced burger with only one half of the bun.

Add non-starchy toppings such as lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, mushrooms, or avocado, and avoid sweet sauces like ketchup, barbecue sauce, or honey mustard.

Pair the burger with a side salad or non-starchy vegetables instead of fries, chips, or a sugary drink.

Eat the burger slowly and start with vegetables or a salad to help blunt the rise.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after the meal, if safe and appropriate for you.

Consider a lettuce-wrapped burger or serve the patty over salad greens when you want an even smaller rise.