Soup, chili beef, canned, condensed
FDC 171150cup (8 fl oz) (263 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 39 · +29 vs Soups & sauces medianThis condensed chili beef soup scores 39 of 100, Low band, but ranks 7th of 60 in Soups & sauces, well above the category median of just 10. Protein reaches 10% DV per 100 g, a modest but real contribution from the beef and beans in the can.
It's prepared by diluting with water or milk and heating through, a pantry shortcut for a quick bowl. The clearest caveat is sodium, high at 788 mg per 100 g, so a cup (8 fl oz, 263 g) serving adds up quickly if it's paired with other salted foods in the same meal.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 117 kcal | 6% |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 788 mg | 34% |
| Carbohydrate | 19 g | 7% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Sugars | 5.1 g | |
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% |
| Potassium | 400 mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 19 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 3.1 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 57 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 1.1 mg | 7% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 308 kcal | 15% |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 2072 mg | 90% |
| Carbohydrate | 50 g | 18% |
| Dietary fiber | 6.6 g | 23% |
| Sugars | 13 g | |
| Protein | 13 g | 27% |
| Potassium | 1052 mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% |
| Magnesium | 50 mg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 8.2 mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 150 µg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.8 mg | 19% |
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FDC 171150Original 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 soups & sauces median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Canned condensed chili beef soup is a thick, chunky blend of ground beef, beans, tomatoes and chili spices, sold concentrated so it needs a can of water or milk stirred in before heating on the stove or in the microwave. It is a fast lunch or light dinner on its own, often topped with shredded cheese, crushed crackers or a dollop of sour cream, and it also works as a shortcut base for a quick chili-mac by stirring in cooked pasta, or as a topping for hot dogs and baked potatoes in place of homemade chili.
Unopened cans keep well in the pantry; once opened, transfer any leftover soup to a covered container in the fridge and use it within a few days. At 117 calories per 100 grams it is a moderate-calorie option, with 5.09 grams of protein and 2.5 grams of fiber per 100 grams from the beans, giving it more substance than a typical broth-based soup. Its main drawback nutritionally is sodium, at 788 mg per 100 grams, a significant amount for a canned soup, so it is worth keeping other salty toppings light when serving it.
Frequently asked questions about soup, chili beef
How many calories are in canned condensed chili beef soup?
It has 117 calories per 100 grams before being diluted with water as directed on the can.
How much sodium is in condensed chili beef soup?
It contains 788 mg of sodium per 100 grams, a significant amount for a canned soup.
What can condensed chili beef soup be used for besides eating it as soup?
It works as a quick base for chili-mac with pasta stirred in, or as a topping for hot dogs and baked potatoes.