Calorie comparison
Ground Beef vs Pepperoni
Per 100 grams, ground beef is the lighter choice by 254 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 | Pepperoni |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 | 504 |
| Protein | 26 g | 19 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 1 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 46 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
🍕 Pepperoni
1 oz (28 g)
141 cal
5.3 g protein · 0.3 g carbs · 12.9 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, ground beef or pepperoni?
Per 100 g, ground beef has 250 calories and pepperoni has 504. Ground Beef is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, ground beef or pepperoni?
Ground Beef has 26 g of protein per 100 g; pepperoni has 19 g. Ground Beef wins on protein.
Is ground beef or pepperoni 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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