Meijer, Cheese Burger
Processing Score
15.5Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
4.5/10Fair
The processing score reflects 41 ingredients, including hydrogenated oil, preservatives, ingredients listed as artificial, plus 4 more we flag. No nutrient exceeds our high thresholds. It also contains trans fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein Source
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
713733262774
We may earn a commission from Amazon purchases.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size129 g
Amount per serving
Calories
380
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g
23%
Saturated Fat 6g
30%
Trans Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 50mg
17%
Sodium 530mg
23%
Total Carbohydrate 38g
14%
Dietary Fiber 2g
7%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 18g
Calcium 100mg
8%
Iron 2.7mg
15%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
26 listed · 9 flagged for reviewSESAME SEED BUN: ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, ENZYME), WATER, SUGAR, SOYBEAN OIL, SESAME SEEDS, OF: YEAST (YEAST, SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE, ASCORBIC ACID), SALT, MONOGLYCERIDES WITH ASCORBIC ACID AND CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM PROPIONATE, CALCIUM SULFATE, ENZYMES, WHEAT STARCH, ASCORBIC ACID. FULLY COOKED FLAME BROILED CHOPPED BEEF STEAK (SMOKE FLAVOR ADDED): BEEF, POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, MALTODEXTRIN (FROM CORN), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SPICE, GRILL FLAVOR (PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN/COTTONSEED OIL), CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR. PASTEURIZED PROCESS AMERICAN CHEESE: CULTURED MILK, CREAM, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SORBIC ACID, LACTIC ACID, SOY LECITHIN.
Listed in source order (heaviest first). Select any ingredient to see its category bucket and other products that contain it.
Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Meijer, Cheese Burger scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Modified Starches (Modified Corn Starch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
- Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup Solids): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
- Industrial Enzymes (Enzymes): Industrial enzyme use indicates significant processing.
- Natural Flavors (Grill Flavor (Partially Hydrogenated Soybean/Cottonseed Oil)): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Emulsifiers (Soy Lecithin): Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.
Within Frozen Appetizers, this product is more processed than about 39% of the 4,714 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Meijer, Cheese Burger's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar, Maltodextrin (From Corn).
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Soybean Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator
In this product: Of: Yeast (Yeast, Sorbitan Monostearate, Ascorbic Acid).
Industrial fermentation for additive production.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Synthetic VitaminsProcessing indicator
In this product: Monoglycerides With Ascorbic Acid And Citric Acid, Ascorbic Acid. Fully Cooked Flame Broiled Chopped Beef Steak (Smoke Flavor Added): Beef.
Fortification often compensates for processing losses.
- Natural PreservativesProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Propionate.
Natural sources but industrial application.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Sulfate, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Phosphate.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Sorbic Acid, Lactic Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
Ketzal for iPhone
Avoiding Milk, Wheat Or Soy?
This product lists milk, wheat, soy and more in its ingredients. Ketzal, our iPhone app, tracks these and other allergens and ingredients on your Avoid List. Download Ketzal to set up your own Avoid List and get an alert when a product you scan contains something on it.
Get Ketzal
Less Processed Alternatives
Same category, with lower Processing Scores.
Baked Ripe Plantains
1.06.0
Less processed (Minimally Processed), higher nutrition score
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast with Rib Meat
1.07.5
Less processed (Minimally Processed), higher nutrition score
Catfish Nuggets
Rouses Markets
1.07.5
Less processed (Minimally Processed), higher nutrition score
Chicken Gourmet Tender, Chicken
Rio Star Foods
1.05.0
Less processed (Minimally Processed), higher nutrition score
Similar Products
Same category, at a similar Processing level.
About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
Something wrong on this page? Let me know. If it's a product, you can also submit photos of its label using our mobile app, Ketzal.