Snacks, beef sticks, smoked
FDC 168850oz (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 17 · -27 vs Snacks medianSmoked beef sticks score 17 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band, rank 58 of 60 in Snacks, below this category's median of 44. Protein is the clear strength, an excellent 43% DV, with good iron at 19% DV, typical of a dense cured meat snack.
They are eaten on the go as a portable protein snack, with an ounce (28 g) the usual stick or two. Sodium is high at 1530 mg per 100 g, saturated fat is high at 20.8 g per 100 g, and cholesterol is notable at 133 mg per 100 g, so they work better as an occasional snack than a daily one; granola bites, mixed flavors score higher in the same category.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 550 kcal | 28% |
| Total fat | 50 g | 64% |
| Saturated fat | 21 g | 104% |
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 1530 mg | 67% |
| Carbohydrate | 5.4 g | 2% |
| Dietary fiber | - | |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 22 g | 43% |
| Potassium | 257 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% |
| Magnesium | 21 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 6.8 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 13 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | - |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 154 kcal | 8% |
| Total fat | 14 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 5.8 g | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 37 mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 428 mg | 19% |
| Carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | - | |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 6 g | 12% |
| Potassium | 72 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.95 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 5.9 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.9 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 3.6 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | - |
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FDC 168850Original 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 snacks median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Smoked beef sticks are firm, shelf-stable cured meat snacks, similar to a thin, all-beef salami, that are eaten straight from the wrapper as a portable protein snack, tucked into lunch bags, or sliced onto a snack board alongside cheese and crackers. Their dense, chewy texture and smoky, peppery flavor come from curing and smoking the beef before stuffing it into casings.
Unopened sticks store at room temperature for a long shelf life, and once opened they should be refrigerated and eaten within the timeframe on the package. A 1 oz (28 g) stick works out to 550 calories per 100 g and a substantial 21.5 g protein, 43% of the Daily Value, along with 19% for iron, making it a compact protein snack; its sodium, at 1530 mg per 100 g, means it is best balanced with water and lower-sodium foods through the rest of the day.
Frequently asked questions about snacks, beef sticks
How many calories are in a smoked beef stick?
A 1 oz (28 g) stick works out to 550 calories per 100 g.
Are beef sticks a good source of protein?
Yes, they provide 21.5 g of protein per 100 g, 43% of the Daily Value.
Are smoked beef sticks high in sodium?
Yes, they contain 1530 mg of sodium per 100 g.