Comparison

80% lean 20% fat ground beef vs Lean Beef

Overall, Lean Beef has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 0.

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrient	80% lean 20% fat ground beef	Lean Beef
Nutri-Score	c	b
NOVA group	1	1
Calories	238 kcal	143 kcal
Fat	18.5 g	8 g
Saturated fat	7.9 g	3.6 g
Sugars	0 g	0 g
Salt	0.2 g	0.2 g
Fiber	0 g	0 g
Protein	18.5 g	18.8 g
Additives	0	0
Allergens	None listed	None listed

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

Lean Beef has 40% fewer calories (143 kcal vs 238 kcal).
Lean Beef has 57% less fat (8 g vs 18.5 g).
Lean Beef has 55% less saturated fat (3.6 g vs 7.9 g).
Lean Beef has the better Nutri-Score.

Ingredients

80% lean 20% fat ground beef

ground beef

Lean Beef

Ground beef

FAQ

Which is healthier: 80% lean 20% fat ground beef or Lean Beef?

Overall, Lean Beef has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.

Which has fewer calories?

Lean Beef has fewer calories: 143 kcal versus 238 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

80% lean 20% fat ground beef has less sugar: 0 g versus 0 g per 100 g.

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