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Protein-rich burger with caramelized onions
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Caramelized onion meatball burger (220 g) has 554 calories. That works out to 252 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.2 g of carbs, 27.7 g of protein, 29.7 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 2.3 µg of B12 covers 96% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 57 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 220 g
554
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
44.2g
· 16% DV
Protein
27.7g
· 55% DV
Fat
29.7g
· 38% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 20% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 554 kcal | |
| Total fat | 29.7 g | 38% |
| Saturated fat | 10.23 g | 51% |
| Trans fat | 0.55 g | |
| Sodium | 1111 mg | 48% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 220 g | 554 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 252 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 110 g | 277 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 150 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 554 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 300 g | 756 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 380 g | 958 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 440 g | 1109 kcal |
Calculated from 252 calories per 100 g.
To make a caramelized onion meatball burger, slowly cook sliced onions until soft and browned, then cook seasoned meatballs in a pan or on a grill until done. Serve them in burger buns with the onions and a sauce or toppings you enjoy.
A caramelized onion meatball burger uses a seasoned meatball-style patty rather than the plainer ground-beef patty common in a regular burger, and it features slowly browned onions. The meatball seasoning and sweet-savory onion topping give it a distinct flavor.
Meatballs for a caramelized onion meatball burger can fall apart if the mixture is overworked, the patties are too thin, or they are turned before a crust forms. Shape them gently, chill them briefly before cooking, and flip them only when they release easily.
For a caramelized onion meatball burger, cook thinly sliced onions with a little oil over low to medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until soft and deeply golden. This takes patience; high heat can burn the onions before their natural sweetness develops.
A caramelized onion meatball burger works well with garlic mayonnaise, mustard, or a tangy burger sauce. Choose a sharper sauce if you want to balance the onions’ sweetness, and spread it sparingly so the bun does not become soggy.
Serve a caramelized onion meatball burger with a crisp salad, pickles, roasted vegetables, or oven-baked potatoes. Something tangy or crunchy balances the rich meat and sweet onions without competing with their flavor.
Yes, you can grill the meatballs for a caramelized onion meatball burger, while cooking the onions separately in a pan or grill-safe skillet. Shape the patties firmly and turn them carefully; ground meat should be cooked through before serving.
To keep a caramelized onion meatball burger from getting soggy, drain excess liquid from the onions and let the cooked patty rest briefly before assembling. Toasting the cut sides of the bun and adding sauce just before serving also helps.
Leftover caramelized onion meatball burgers keep for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. For better texture, store the cooked meatballs and onions separately from the bun, then reheat the filling until hot before assembling.
Yes, the cooked meatballs and caramelized onions from a caramelized onion meatball burger can be frozen, but the bun is best stored separately. Cool the filling, seal it in a freezer-safe container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it thoroughly.
Vitamins
B12
2.31µg · 96% DV
B3
8.36mg · 52% DV
B2
0.42mg · 32% DV
B6
0.51mg · 30% DV
Minerals
Selenium
41µg · 75% DV
Zinc
5.61mg · 51% DV
Sodium
1111mg · 48% DV
Phosphorus
312mg · 45% DV
Potassium ⭐
469mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A caramelized onion meatball burger pairs a seasoned minced-meat patty with slowly cooked onions in a burger bun. It brings the familiar flavours of a meatball-style patty into a handheld burger; the onions turn soft and sweet as they cook, balancing the savoury meat. It is usually served hot, with the patty grilled or pan-cooked.
Across English-speaking countries, it makes a substantial lunch or casual dinner, often accompanied by chips, pickles or a simple salad. The meat provides protein, while the bun contributes most of the starchy component. For a lighter plate, add fresh salad and use less sauce, or serve the patty and onions without the bun.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
10.23g
MONOUNSATURATED
12.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.64g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.