Data last updated: April 2026

Ground Beef vs Quinoa

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Ground Beef 5
vs
4 Quinoa

Meat vs Grains

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient Ground Beef Quinoa Better
Calories 254kcal 120kcal Quinoa
Protein 17.2g 4.4g Ground Beef
Total Fat 20g 1.9g Quinoa
Carbohydrates 0g 21.3g Quinoa
Fiber 0g 2.8g Quinoa
Sugar 0g 0.9g Ground Beef
Vitamin C 0mg 0mg Tie
Calcium 18mg 17mg Ground Beef
Iron 2.2mg 1.5mg Ground Beef
Potassium 270mg 172mg Ground Beef

Macronutrient Breakdown

Ground Beef

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

Quinoa

Protein: 4.4g Fat: 1.9g Carbs: 21.3g

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 Quinoa — Key Takeaway

Quinoa has 134 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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