Beef jerky
Beef jerky provides 286 kcal per 100 g, with 17.9 g of sugars and 35.7 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Snacks category. Contains: beef.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 oz (28 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 286 kcal | 80 kcal | 453 −37% | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 1 g | 1% | 25.3 −86% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 6.8 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 17.9 g | 5 g | 2% | 48.9 −63% |
| Total sugars | 17.9 g | 5 g | 18.7 −5% | |
| Added sugarsUSDA | 17.9 g | 5 g | 10% | 8.8 +104% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 6.7 −100% |
| Protein | 35.7 g | 10 g | 20% | 13.3 +168% |
| Salt | 5.5 g | 1.6 g | 1.1 +412% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 35722 Snacks products on Foodmetria.
Serving size and added sugars from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other snacks
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Beef, water, sugar, salt, contains 2% or less of flavors, yeast extract.
- Allergens
- Beef
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 oz (28 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0021130294701
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Beef jerky?
Beef jerky contains 286 kcal per 100 g and about 80 kcal per serving (1 oz (28 g)).
How much sugar is in Beef jerky?
Beef jerky has 17.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Beef jerky healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Beef jerky vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Beef jerky contain?
According to the label data it contains: Beef. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 23, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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