Calorie comparison
Ground Beef vs Ground Turkey
Per 100 grams, ground turkey is the lighter choice by 47 calories, while ground turkey 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 | Ground Beef | Ground Turkey |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 | 203 |
| Protein | 26 g | 27 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 10 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
🥩 Ground Beef
3 oz cooked (85/15) (85 g)
213 cal
22.1 g protein · 0 g carbs · 14.5 g fat
🦃 Ground Turkey
3 oz cooked (85 g)
173 cal
23 g protein · 0 g carbs · 8.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, ground beef or ground turkey?
Per 100 g, ground beef has 250 calories and ground turkey has 203. Ground Turkey is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, ground beef or ground turkey?
Ground Beef has 26 g of protein per 100 g; ground turkey has 27 g. Ground Turkey wins on protein.
Is ground beef or ground turkey 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 turkey — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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