Data last updated: April 2026

Ground Beef vs Pasta

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Ground Beef 5
vs
4 Pasta

Meat vs Grains

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient Ground Beef Pasta Better
Calories 254kcal 131kcal Pasta
Protein 17.2g 5g Ground Beef
Total Fat 20g 1.1g Pasta
Carbohydrates 0g 25g Pasta
Fiber 0g 1.8g Pasta
Sugar 0g 0.6g Ground Beef
Vitamin C 0mg 0mg Tie
Calcium 18mg 7mg Ground Beef
Iron 2.2mg 0.5mg Ground Beef
Potassium 270mg 24mg Ground Beef

Macronutrient Breakdown

Ground Beef

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

Pasta

Protein: 5g Fat: 1.1g Carbs: 25g

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.

Ground Beef vs Pasta — Key Takeaway

Pasta has 123 fewer calories per 100g than Ground Beef, making it the lighter option. For protein, Ground Beef leads with 17.2g per 100g.

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