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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (mini) of Homemade mini meatball burger (70 g) has 177 calories. That works out to 253 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.1 g of carbs, 9.7 g of protein, 9.2 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.9 µg of B12 covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (mini) · 70 g
177
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
14.1g
· 5% DV
Protein
9.7g
· 19% DV
Fat
9.2g
· 12% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 22% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 177 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.2 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.12 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 336 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% |
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 (mini) | 70 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 50 g | 127 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 228 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 253 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 354 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 140 g | 354 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 210 g | 531 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 210 g | 531 kcal |
Calculated from 253 calories per 100 g.
Shape seasoned ground meat into small, flat patties, then cook them in a skillet or on a grill. Put each cooked meatball patty in a mini burger bun and add toppings such as lettuce, pickles, cheese, or sauce.
A homemade mini meatball burger usually has a small bun, a seasoned meatball patty, and toppings. The patty commonly uses ground meat, seasoning, and sometimes egg or breadcrumbs; lettuce, tomato, cheese, pickles, and sauces are optional.
Ground beef with some fat makes a flavorful, moist homemade mini meatball burger. You can also use ground lamb, turkey, or a mixture of meats; leaner meat tends to dry out more easily, so avoid overcooking it.
To keep a homemade mini meatball burger patty together, avoid adding too much wet onion or other liquid, and mix the ingredients until they hold together. Shape the patties evenly and chill them briefly before cooking.
Cook a homemade mini meatball burger patty in a skillet, on a grill, or in an air fryer, turning it so it cooks evenly. Check that the center is fully cooked, especially when using ground poultry.
Soft mini burger buns work best for a homemade mini meatball burger because they are easy to bite and small enough for the patty. Toasting the cut sides briefly helps them hold up to sauces and meat juices.
A homemade mini meatball burger pairs well with ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, or a garlic yogurt sauce. Pick a sauce that complements the meat and toppings, and use a modest amount so the small bun does not get soggy.
Yes. Shape the patties for homemade mini meatball burgers ahead and refrigerate them covered until cooking. Keep buns, sauces, and fresh toppings separate until serving so the bread stays firm and the vegetables remain crisp.
Cooked homemade mini meatball burgers keep for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored in a covered container. For the best texture, store the patties apart from the buns and fresh toppings, then assemble them when ready to eat.
Yes, you can freeze the cooked patties from homemade mini meatball burgers once they have cooled. Seal them well, thaw and reheat thoroughly before serving, and add fresh buns and toppings afterward; lettuce and tomato do not freeze well.
Vitamins
B12
0.88µg · 37% DV
B3
2.94mg · 18% DV
B6
0.2mg · 12% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
109mg · 16% DV
Sodium
336mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
167mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 177 calories in 1 piece (mini) (70 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A homemade mini meatball burger pairs a seasoned minced-meat patty with a small burger bun. It brings the familiar burger format together with meatball-style seasoning, and can be finished with lettuce, tomato, pickles or a sauce to suit the cook.
Mini burgers are handy as party food, a snack or a small meal, often served with fries or a simple salad. In Turkey, the köfte-inspired version may also be offered alongside ayran. It provides 13.8 g of protein per 100 g, while the bun and toppings make it more substantial than the small size suggests. For a lighter plate, go easy on rich sauces and add fresh vegetables.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.