Calorie comparison
Ground Beef vs Protein Shake
Per 100 grams, protein shake is the lighter choice by 198 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 | Protein Shake |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 | 52 |
| Protein | 26 g | 8 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 4 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 1 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
🥤 Protein Shake
1 scoop in water (350 g)
182 cal
28 g protein · 14 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, ground beef or protein shake?
Per 100 g, ground beef has 250 calories and protein shake has 52. Protein Shake is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, ground beef or protein shake?
Ground Beef has 26 g of protein per 100 g; protein shake has 8 g. Ground Beef wins on protein.
Is ground beef or protein shake 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 protein shake — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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