Roast beef spread
FDC 174597serving .25 cup (57 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 28 · +6 vs Sausage & deli meats medianRoast beef spread earns a 28 of 100 Nutrient Density Score, a Low band that still ranks it 18th of 60 in Sausage & deli meats. Its protein content stands out at an excellent 31% DV, with a good 11% DV of iron alongside it, numbers that reflect its base of ground roast beef.
It's a spreadable deli product meant for sandwiches or crackers, with a quarter-cup serving (57 g) being a typical portion. The honest caveat: it's high in sodium at 724 mg per 100 g and carries 6.4 g of saturated fat per 100 g, so it's better treated as an occasional sandwich filling than a daily protein source.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 223 kcal | 11% |
| Total fat | 16 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 6.4 g | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 724 mg | 31% |
| Carbohydrate | 3.7 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Sugars | 0.71 g | |
| Protein | 15 g | 31% |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 24 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | - |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 127 kcal | 6% |
| Total fat | 9.3 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.6 g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 413 mg | 18% |
| Carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.11 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0.4 g | |
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% |
| Potassium | 148 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 14 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.11 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | - |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 174597Original 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 sausage & deli meats median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Roast beef spread is a finely ground, mayonnaise-like blend of cooked roast beef, meant to be scooped straight from the tub or can onto crackers, bread or celery sticks rather than sliced. It has a soft, almost pate-like texture and a savory, slightly tangy flavor from the seasonings and binders mixed in, which makes it a quick sandwich filling or party spread rather than a stand-alone cut of meat. It pairs naturally with crusty bread, crackers, pickles or a smear of mustard.
Once opened, keep it tightly covered and refrigerated, and use it within the timeframe on the label since the fine grind and moisture content make it more perishable-looking than whole cuts of roast beef. A quarter-cup (57 g) serving delivers 223 calories with 15.3 g of protein, which is 31% DV, plus 11% DV for iron, so a couple of spoonfuls on bread turns into a fairly substantial protein-forward snack; just note the sodium runs high at 724 mg per serving, which is typical of shelf-stable spreads.
Frequently asked questions about roast beef spread
How many calories are in roast beef spread?
A quarter-cup, 57 g serving has 223 calories.
Is roast beef spread a good source of protein?
Yes, that same serving provides 15.3 g of protein, or 31% of the Daily Value, plus 11% DV for iron.
How do you eat roast beef spread?
It is typically spread on crackers, bread or celery rather than sliced, similar to a pate or sandwich spread.