Data last updated: April 2026

Barley vs Ground Beef

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Barley 4
vs
5 Ground Beef

Grains vs Meat

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient Barley Ground Beef Better
Calories 123kcal 254kcal Barley
Protein 2.3g 17.2g Ground Beef
Total Fat 0.4g 20g Barley
Carbohydrates 28.2g 0g Barley
Fiber 3.8g 0g Barley
Sugar 0.3g 0g Ground Beef
Vitamin C 0mg 0mg Tie
Calcium 11mg 18mg Ground Beef
Iron 1.3mg 2.2mg Ground Beef
Potassium 93mg 270mg Ground Beef

Macronutrient Breakdown

Barley

Protein: 2.3g Fat: 0.4g Carbs: 28.2g

Ground Beef

Protein: 17.2g Fat: 20g Carbs: 0g

Data Source

Nutrition data sourced from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy database. All values are per 100g of the food item. Actual nutritional content may vary by preparation method, brand, and serving size.

Barley vs Ground Beef — Key Takeaway

Barley has 131 fewer calories per 100g than Ground Beef, making it the lighter option. For protein, Ground Beef leads with 17.2g per 100g. Barley is the better source of fiber at 3.8g per 100g.

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