Calorie comparison
Ground Beef vs Spaghetti Bolognese
Per 100 grams, spaghetti bolognese is the lighter choice by 112 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 | Spaghetti Bolognese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 | 138 |
| Protein | 26 g | 7 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 5 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
🍝 Spaghetti Bolognese
1 cup (250 g)
345 cal
17.5 g protein · 40 g carbs · 12.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, ground beef or spaghetti bolognese?
Per 100 g, ground beef has 250 calories and spaghetti bolognese has 138. Spaghetti Bolognese is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, ground beef or spaghetti bolognese?
Ground Beef has 26 g of protein per 100 g; spaghetti bolognese has 7 g. Ground Beef wins on protein.
Is ground beef or spaghetti bolognese 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 spaghetti bolognese — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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