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Beef, ground, 85% lean meat / 15% fat, raw (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)
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* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 12% | |
| Niacin | 4.6 MG | 29% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.5 MG | 11% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 20% | |
| Folate, total | 6 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 61.2 MG | 11% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.2 UG | 90% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 4 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.1 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.3 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 15 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 2.1 MG | 12% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 18 MG | 4% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 171 MG | 14% | |
| Potassium, K | 295 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 66 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.5 MG | 41% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 15.8 UG | 29% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 18.6g per 100g.
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (41% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (29% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (29% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (20% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin B-12 (90% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Beef, ground, 85% lean meat / 15% fat, raw (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)
Raw 85/15 ground beef sits in the middle of the common retail range. The fat is higher than the leaner options but not as high as 80/20, and it handles a wider range of cooking methods than 95/5 without drying out. Protein is somewhat lower per gram than the leaner grades because fat is taking up more of the weight. Standard for everyday cooking where you want good flavor without going all the way to 80/20.
Dietary Information
Beef, ground, 85% lean meat / 15% fat, raw (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Beef, ground, 85% lean meat / 15% fat, raw (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) include Vitamin B-12 (90% DV) , Zinc, Zn (41% DV) , Selenium, Se (29% DV) , Niacin (29% DV) , and Vitamin B-6 (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 215 calories per 100 grams, Beef, ground, 85% lean meat / 15% fat, raw (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) gets 35% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 63% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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