Comparison

Ground Beef vs Extra Lean Ground Beef

Overall, Extra Lean Ground 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

NutrientGround BeefExtra Lean Ground Beef
Nutri-Score d a
NOVA group — 1
Calories 250 kcal 125 kcal
Fat 20.5 g 3.5 g
Saturated fat 8 g 1.8 g
Sugars 0 g 0 g
Salt 0.2 g 0.2 g
Fiber 0 g 0 g
Protein 17 g 18.6 g
Additives00
AllergensNone listedNone listed

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

Key differences

  • Extra Lean Ground Beef has 50% fewer calories (125 kcal vs 250 kcal).
  • Extra Lean Ground Beef has 83% less fat (3.5 g vs 20.5 g).
  • Extra Lean Ground Beef has 78% less saturated fat (1.8 g vs 8 g).
  • Extra Lean Ground Beef has the better Nutri-Score.

Ingredients

Ground Beef

Not available.

Extra Lean Ground Beef

ground beef

FAQ

Which is healthier: Ground Beef or Extra Lean Ground Beef?

Overall, Extra Lean Ground 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?

Extra Lean Ground Beef has fewer calories: 125 kcal versus 250 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Ground Beef has less sugar: 0 g versus 0 g per 100 g.

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