Calorie comparison
Black Beans vs Ground Beef
Per 100 grams, black beans is the lighter choice by 118 calories, while ground beef 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 | Black Beans | Ground Beef |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 | 250 |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 24 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 0.5 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
🫘 Black Beans
1 cup cooked (172 g)
227 cal
15.3 g protein · 41.3 g carbs · 0.9 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, black beans or ground beef?
Per 100 g, black beans has 132 calories and ground beef has 250. Black Beans is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, black beans or ground beef?
Black Beans has 8.9 g of protein per 100 g; ground beef has 26 g. Ground Beef wins on protein.
Is black beans 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 black beans — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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