Calorie comparison
Deli Ham vs Ground Beef
Per 100 grams, deli ham is the lighter choice by 105 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 | Deli Ham | Ground Beef |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 145 | 250 |
| Protein | 21 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 1.5 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 6 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
🍖 Deli Ham
3 oz (85 g)
123 cal
17.8 g protein · 1.3 g carbs · 5.1 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, deli ham or ground beef?
Per 100 g, deli ham has 145 calories and ground beef has 250. Deli Ham is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, deli ham or ground beef?
Deli Ham has 21 g of protein per 100 g; ground beef has 26 g. Ground Beef wins on protein.
Is deli ham 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 deli ham — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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