BeslyGround Beef: Calories, Protein, Carbs & Fat
Calories in ground beef, by the numbers: 28% of them come from protein, 0% from carbs and 72% from fat. For 1 serving (85 g) that works out to 216 kcal, 14.6 g protein, 0 g carbs and 17 g fat.
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Ground Beef serving sizes: calories and macros
| Serving | Grams | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 | 254 | 17.2 | 0 | 20 |
| 1 oz | 28.4 | 72 | 4.9 | 0 | 5.7 |
| 1 serving | 85 | 216 | 14.6 | 0 | 17 |
Where the calories in ground beef come from
Counting protein and carbs at 4 calories per gram and fat at 9, ground beef gets 28% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbs and 72% from fat. This split is calculated from the macros listed per 100 g (17.2 g protein, 0 g carbs, 20 g fat).
Sodium, fiber, sugar and saturated fat in ground beef
A 1 serving (85 g) of ground beef also contains 56.1 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 0 g sugar and 6.4 g saturated fat.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 serving (85 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 66 mg | 56.1 mg |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 7.6 g | 6.4 g |
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 60.4 mg |
| Potassium | 270 mg | 229.5 mg |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 15.3 mg |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 1.6 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
How ground beef compares with similar foods
Besly has few foods in the same group, so this compares ground beef with the closest foods by calories per 100 g. At 254 kcal it is number 3 of 5, sorted from lowest to highest.
| Food (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pork Chops | 195 | 27 | 0 | 9.2 |
| Hummus | 237 | 7.8 | 15 | 17.8 |
| Ground Beef (this page) | 254 | 17.2 | 0 | 20 |
| Sirloin Steak | 262 | 26.2 | 0 | 16.6 |
| White Bread | 267 | 9.4 | 49.2 | 3.6 |
Forms and preparations of ground beef
Across the 6 forms listed for ground beef, calories range from 152 kcal per 100 g (Ground Beef 93/7) to 272 kcal per 100 g (Beef, ground, patty).
| Form or preparation (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g | Default serving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Beef 80/20 (main entry) | 254 | 17.2 | 0 | 20 | 1 serving (85 g): 216 kcal |
| Ground Beef 93/7 | 152 | 20.8 | 0 | 7 | 1 serving (85 g): 129 kcal |
| Beef, ground | 261 | 25.6 | 0 | 16.8 | 1 serving (85 g): 222 kcal |
| Beef, ground, patty | 272 | 25.4 | 0 | 18.2 | 1 quarter lb patty (85 g): 231 kcal |
| Beef, ground, 90% lean meat / 10% fat, raw | 185 | 18.2 | 0 | 12.8 | 1 serving (114 g): 211 kcal |
| Beef, ground, 80% lean meat / 20% fat, raw | 243 | 19.9 | 0 | 22.1 | 1 serving (114 g): 277 kcal |
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 serving of ground beef?
1 serving (85 g) of ground beef has 216 calories, with 14.6 g protein, 0 g carbs and 17 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of ground beef?
100 g of ground beef has 254 calories, 17.2 g protein, 0 g carbs and 20 g fat. One ounce (28.4 g) is 72 calories.
Is ground beef low in carbs?
Carbs supply 0% of the calories in ground beef (protein 28%, fat 72%). Per 100 g there are 0 g of carbs, and 1 serving (85 g) has 0 g, including 0 g of fiber.
Recipes with ground beef
- Dan Dan Noodles with Ground Beef (Lighter)
- Turkish Cabbage Stew with Ground Beef (Fit)
- Hearty Ground Beef and Vegetable Stew
- Keema Matar (Spiced Ground Beef with Peas)
- Spinach with Lean Ground Beef and Eggs
- Zucchini with Ground Beef
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, via the Besly food database (source tag “usda”, record us.generic.ground_beef_80_20). Data snapshot: October 16, 2026. Values are averages for the food as described and vary by brand, ripeness and preparation. Serving sizes come from the same record.