Calorie smart that ranks in the 16th percentile for protein.
Protein1/5
Lightness4/5
Ease3/5
👍 Best for
✓ Calorie Smart lovers
✋ Skip if
✕ You're chasing high protein
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Nutrition per serving
Protein23% · 30g
Carbs27% · 36g
Fat50% · 29g
7g
Fiber
750mg
Sodium
5.7g
Protein / 100 cal
Per serving, as packaged by Factor. Oils, salt & pepper added at home aren't included.
📊 How this meal stacks up
Benchmarked against every meal in our database
Protein rank
16th pctl
More protein than 16% of 1,474 meals
Protein density
5.7g /100cal
Leaner than 74% of meals
🧾 Diet fit
Based on this meal's macros per serving
✓ High protein✕ Low carb✕ Keto-friendly✕ Under 500 cal✓ High fiber✕ Lower sodium
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How to make it
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Remove the Factor sleeve and peel back the film partway to vent. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Let stand 1 minute, then carefully remove the film, the tray will be hot. Factor meals are chef-crafted and fully cooked; heat poultry and pork to 165°F, beef to 160°F, and fish to 145°F internally.
2
Oven method: Preheat to 325°F. Remove the sleeve and film entirely. Place the tray on an oven-safe baking sheet and heat for 20-25 minutes until steaming throughout and reaching the appropriate internal temperature. The oven method is ideal for Factor's protein-forward entrées, it preserves texture better than microwave for steak and salmon.
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Microwave: Remove the sleeve, then vent by pulling back a corner of the film. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes and let it stand 1 minute. Carefully peel away the film and serve, heating in 30-second increments if more warmth is needed.
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Step 2
Oven: With the oven preheated to 350°F, remove the sleeve and film and transfer the meal to an oven-safe dish covered in foil. Bake 12-15 minutes until the center reads 165°F, pulling the foil for the final 2 minutes if you want extra crispness.
About Factor
Factor focuses on fully prepared, dietitian-approved meals, fresh not frozen, that reheat in about 2 minutes, with protein-forward and calorie-smart options including Keto and High Protein.
Review of Factor's Caramelized Onion Meatballs. 530 calories, 30g protein, Calorie Smart. Ingredients, heating instructions, and full nutrition info. makes Caramelized Onion Meatballs one of the Calorie Smart options in Factor's rotating weekly lineup. The serving delivers 530 kcal alongside 30g of protein, placing it at about 27 percent of a typical daily calorie goal.
A meatball is ground meat (mince) rolled into a ball, sometimes along with other ingredients, such as bread crumbs, minced onion, eggs, butter, and seasoning. Meatballs are cooked by frying, baking, steaming, or braising in sauce. [1]
Factor delivers weekly meals across the US. For testing notes, delivery details, and how Factor compares to alternatives, read the Factor review on MealFan.
Daily calorie contribution27% of 2,000 cal target
⏱️ Est. time: 16 min
🍽️ Serves: 1 serving
🌾 Gluten-Free💪 Protein-Rich
✓ Perfect for
Gluten-free diets
Weight management
⚠ Not ideal for
Vegans
How to make it
Microwave: Remove the sleeve and peel back a corner of the film to vent. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Let stand 1 minute. Carefully remove the film and enjoy. If needed, heat in 30-second increments until the meal reaches your desired temperature.
Oven: Preheat to 350°F. Remove the sleeve and film. Transfer to an oven-safe dish and cover with foil. Bake 12-15 minutes until heated through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove foil for the last 2 minutes if you prefer a slightly crispier finish.
How many calories are in Caramelized Onion Meatballs?
Caramelized Onion Meatballs contains 530 kcal and 30g of protein per serving, portioned as Review of Factor's Caramelized Onion Meatballs. 530 calories, 30g protein, Calorie Smart. Ingredients, heating instructions, and full nutrition info..
Which meal service offers Caramelized Onion Meatballs?
Caramelized Onion Meatballs is offered by Factor. Read the full Factor review on MealFan for pricing, freshness ratings, and how Factor compares to competitors.
Is Caramelized Onion Meatballs calorie smart?
Caramelized Onion Meatballs is tagged as Calorie Smart, High Protein, Sodium Smart, Stay Balanced on the Factor menu. For specific allergen details, refer to the card included with your delivery.
How long does Caramelized Onion Meatballs take to prepare?
Caramelized Onion Meatballs is made in 2 steps. Estimated active time is about 16 minutes based on the recipe instructions.
How many calories in Factor's Caramelized Onion Meatballs?
Caramelized Onion Meatballs has 530 calories per serving from Factor.
How do you heat Factor's Caramelized Onion Meatballs?
Microwave on HIGH for 2-3 minutes and let stand 1 minute, or oven at 350°F for 12-15 minutes. Factor meals are fully cooked, you're reheating, not cooking from scratch.
