Beef Jerky vs Ground Beef
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Both foods have similar nutritional profiles
Both foods have similar nutritional profiles with each winning in different categories. Your choice should depend on your specific dietary goals and preferences. Beef Jerky has 145 calories while Ground Beef has 250 calories per 100g.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Beef Jerky
145 kcal
More Protein
Beef Jerky
33g
More Fiber
Beef Jerky
0g
Less Sugar
Ground Beef
0g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Beef Jerky
145
Ground Beef
250
Proteinper 100g
Beef Jerky
33g
Ground Beef
26g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Beef Jerky
11g
Ground Beef
0g
Fatper 100g
Beef Jerky
3g
Ground Beef
17g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
| Nutrient | Beef Jerky | Ground Beef | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 145kcal✓ | 250kcal | -105.0kcal |
| Protein | 33g✓ | 26g | +7.0g |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 0g✓ | +11.0g |
| Fat | 3g✓ | 17g | -14.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g | 0.0g |
| Sugar | 6g | 0g✓ | +6.0g |
| Sodium | 1540mg | 75mg✓ | +1465.0mg |
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Beef Jerky
Per 100g:145 calories
Per cup (150g):218 calories
Per serving (85g):123 calories
Ground Beef
Per 100g:250 calories
Per cup (150g):375 calories
Per serving (85g):213 calories
Diet Compatibility
Beef Jerky
High-ProteinPaleo
Ground Beef
KetoLow-CarbHigh-ProteinPaleoLow-Sodium
When to Choose Beef Jerky
- ✓Lower in calories (145 vs 250)
- ✓Higher in protein (33g vs 26g)
- ✓More fiber (0g vs 0g)
Common Uses
Main dishesMeal prepGrillingHigh-protein meals
When to Choose Ground Beef
- ✓Lower in carbs (0g vs 11g)
- ✓Less sugar (0g vs 6g)
- ✓Lower sodium (75mg vs 1540mg)
Common Uses
Main dishesMeal prepGrillingHigh-protein meals