Calories in Ground Beef
Ground Beef has 272 kcal per 100 g. 1 patty (85 g) has about 231 kcal.
Minced beef; values are for cooked 80/20 ground beef. Nutrition values below are estimates per 100g and can help you track calories and macros.
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| Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 272 kcal |
| Protein | 25.9 g |
| Fat | 17.9 g |
| Carbs | 0.0 g |
| Fiber | 0.0 g |
| Sugar | 0.0 g |
Nutrition by grams
Typical portions
- Calories
- 272 kcal
- Protein
- 25.9 g
- Fat
- 17.9 g
- Carbs
- 0.0 g
Calories in typical portions
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 272 kcal | 25.9 g |
| 1 patty | 85 g | 231 kcal | 22 g |
| 1 serving | 150 g | 408 kcal | 38.9 g |
Tips for tracking ground beef
- The fat percentage matters most: 95% lean ground beef has roughly a third fewer calories than 80/20.
- Pouring off the fat after browning removes some of the calories, but log the meat as cooked to stay accurate.
How long it takes to burn 231 kcal (1 patty)
Walking
54 min
Cycling
28 min
Running
19 min
Rough estimates for a 70 kg adult at a steady pace.
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- Calories in Beef Steak · 271 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Pork · 242 kcal/100 g
- Calories in Shrimp · 99 kcal/100 g
FAQ
- How many calories are in ground beef?
- Ground Beef has about 272 calories per 100g.
- How many calories are in a typical portion of ground beef?
- A typical portion (1 patty, 85 g) has about 231 kcal and 22 g of protein.
- Is ground beef high in protein?
- Ground Beef provides around 25.9g of protein per 100g.
- Can I use this for meal tracking?
- Yes. Use these nutrition estimates to log meals and compare your daily calorie and macro totals.
Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages; brands and preparation can differ.
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