Calories in ground beef
Ground beef (3 oz, 85 g) has 230 calories, with 21.9 g of protein, 0 g of carbohydrates and 15.1 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 270 kcal.
Values are for Beef, ground, 80% lean meat / 20% fat, patty, cooked, broiled. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.
Ground beef (80/20)
Per 3 oz (85 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in ground beef by serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 | 25.8 g | 0 g | 17.8 g |
| 3 oz | 85 g | 230 | 21.9 g | 0 g | 15.1 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 77 | 7.3 g | 0 g | 5 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 39%Carbs 0%Fat 61%
Ground beef (80/20) has a medium energy density (2.7 kcal per gram). It provides 9.5 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Meat & fish: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuna (canned in water) | 86 | 19.4 g | 0 g | 1 g |
| Shrimp | 99 | 24 g | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Cod | 105 | 22.8 g | 0 g | 0.9 g |
| Tilapia | 128 | 26.1 g | 0 g | 2.6 g |
| Turkey breast | 136 | 29.5 g | 0 g | 2 g |
| Ham (deli slices) | 164 | 16.6 g | 3.6 g | 8.8 g |
| Chicken breast | 165 | 31 g | 0 g | 3.6 g |
| Chicken thigh | 179 | 24.8 g | 0 g | 8.2 g |
| Salmon | 206 | 22.1 g | 0 g | 12.3 g |
| Pork chop | 209 | 25.6 g | 0 g | 11.1 g |
| Chicken wing | 254 | 23.8 g | 0 g | 16.9 g |
| Sirloin steak | 257 | 26.8 g | 0 g | 15.8 g |
| Ground beef (80/20) | 270 | 25.8 g | 0 g | 17.8 g |
| Bacon | 468 | 33.9 g | 1.7 g | 35.1 g |
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 171797. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in ground beef?
230 calories in 3 oz (85 g), or 270 calories per 100 g.
How much protein is in ground beef?
21.9 g of protein in 3 oz (85 g) (25.8 g per 100 g).
How many carbs are in ground beef?
0 g of carbohydrates in 3 oz (85 g).