Calorie comparison
Ground Beef vs Lamb Chop
Per 100 grams, ground beef is the lighter choice by 44 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 | Ground Beef | Lamb Chop |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 | 294 |
| Protein | 26 g | 25 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 21 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
🍖 Lamb Chop
3 oz cooked (85 g)
250 cal
21.3 g protein · 0 g carbs · 17.8 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, ground beef or lamb chop?
Per 100 g, ground beef has 250 calories and lamb chop has 294. Ground Beef is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, ground beef or lamb chop?
Ground Beef has 26 g of protein per 100 g; lamb chop has 25 g. Ground Beef wins on protein.
Is ground beef or lamb chop 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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