Calorie comparison
Bacon vs Ground Beef
Per 100 grams, ground beef is the lighter choice by 291 calories, while bacon delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Bacon | Ground Beef |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 541 | 250 |
| Protein | 37 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 1.4 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 42 g | 17 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥓 Bacon
2 slices (16 g)
87 cal
5.9 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 6.7 g fat
🥩 Ground Beef
3 oz cooked (85/15) (85 g)
213 cal
22.1 g protein · 0 g carbs · 14.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bacon or ground beef?
Per 100 g, bacon has 541 calories and ground beef has 250. Ground Beef is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bacon or ground beef?
Bacon has 37 g of protein per 100 g; ground beef has 26 g. Bacon wins on protein.
Is bacon or ground beef better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward ground beef — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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