It’s burger season!

The BunYour average hamburger bun can really up the impact of a burger.

This simple switch will save you 121 calories-and net you an extra 2 grams of fiber to boot!

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Try making 4-ounce (raw) patties with 90%-lean beef.

You’ll slash 231 calories and 6 grams of saturated fat.

A puddle of sodium-packed ketchup and mustard and a square of fatty cheese add 84 calories.

Try scooping a tablespoon of guacamole from the bowl on the chips table.

Total Savings:Your average cookout burger can weigh in at a hefty 780 calories.

The result is a lean 453 calories.

The end result will be only 356 calories-less than half the calories of a standard burger!

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