Beef, ground, 95% lean meat / 5% fat, raw
FDC 171790oz (113 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 67 · +13 vs Beef medianOn our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Beef, ground, 95% lean meat / 5% fat, raw is a strongly nutrient-dense choice at 67 of 100. Within beef it ranks 20 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (43% DV), a good source of iron (13% DV). Most of its 137 calories per 100 grams come from protein.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 137 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.2 g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 3% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 21 g | 43% |
| Potassium | 346 mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 22 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 4 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.17 mg | 1% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 155 kcal | 8% |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.5 g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 75 mg | 3% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 24 g | 48% |
| Potassium | 391 mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 25 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 4.5 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19 mg | 1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 171790Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the beef median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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