Corned beef loaf, jellied vs Pastrami, turkey
Original comparison by NutriVerdict
Bottom line: Pastrami, turkey is the more nutrient-dense of the two, scoring 42 of 100 to 35 for Corned beef loaf, jellied.
These two score close together, 35 of 100 for jellied corned beef loaf and 42 of 100 for turkey pastrami. Corned beef has more protein per 100 g (22.9 g vs 16.3 g) and no carbohydrate versus 3.34 g in pastrami, while pastrami runs slightly higher in sodium, 1120 mg against 953 mg, and slightly lower in calories, 139 vs 153.
Choose corned beef loaf for the higher protein and zero sugar and carbohydrate. Choose turkey pastrami for marginally fewer calories, keeping in mind its sodium is actually a bit higher, not lower. With scores this close, either is a similar overall choice, and both are high-sodium processed meats.
Head to head, per 100 g
| Metric | Corned beef loaf | Pastrami, turkey |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrient Density Score | 35 | 42 |
| Calories | 153 kcal | 139 kcal |
| Protein | 23 g | 16 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 3.3 g |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | - | 3.3 g |
| Total fat | 6.1 g | 6.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 1.4 g |
| Sodium | 953 mg | 1120 mg |
| Potassium | 101 mg | 345 mg |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 11 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg | 4.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 11 mg | 14 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 8.1 mg |
| Vitamin A | 0 ug | 4 ug |
| Vitamin E | - | 0.2 mg |
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 68 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Frequently asked questions
Is Pastrami, turkey healthier than Corned beef loaf, jellied?
On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie, Pastrami, turkey scores higher, 42 of 100 to 35. Both can fit a balanced diet; the score reflects nutrients per calorie, not a whole-diet judgement.
Which has more protein, Corned beef loaf, jellied or Pastrami, turkey?
Corned beef loaf, jellied has more protein, 22.9 g per 100 g to 16.3 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Pastrami, turkey is lower in calories, 139 kcal per 100 g to 153 kcal.
Which has more fiber?
Pastrami, turkey has more dietary fiber, 0.1 g per 100 g to 0 g.