Calorie comparison
Ground Beef vs Pasta
Per 100 grams, pasta is the lighter choice by 92 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 | Pasta |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 | 158 |
| Protein | 26 g | 5.8 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 31 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 0.9 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
🍝 Pasta
1 cup cooked (140 g)
221 cal
8.1 g protein · 43.4 g carbs · 1.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, ground beef or pasta?
Per 100 g, ground beef has 250 calories and pasta has 158. Pasta is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, ground beef or pasta?
Ground Beef has 26 g of protein per 100 g; pasta has 5.8 g. Ground Beef wins on protein.
Is ground beef or pasta 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 pasta — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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