Ground beef
Ground beef provides 150 kcal per 100 g and 21.2 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is B and it is classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed). It is listed in the Meats category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 4 onz (113 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 kcal | 170 kcal | 205 −27% | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 8 g | 10% | 12.9 −45% |
| Saturated fat | 3.1 g | 3.5 g | 18% | 4.8 −36% |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 3.6 −100% |
| Protein | 21.2 g | 24 g | 48% | 18.4 +16% |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0.2 g | 1.5 −89% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 3361 Meats products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other meats
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Ground beef.
Product details
- Serving size
- 4 onz (113 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0011110086051
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Ground beef?
Ground beef contains 150 kcal per 100 g and about 170 kcal per serving (4 onz (113 g)).
Is Ground beef healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of B (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 1 — unprocessed or minimally processed. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Ground beef vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
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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