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High protein, low fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Cooked 5% Fat Beef Mince has 172 calories. It contains 0 g of carbs, 26.1 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.4 µg of B12 covers 100% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
172
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
26.1g
· 52% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 64% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 172 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.45 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.25 g | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 ounce (extra small) | 28 g | 48 kcal |
| 2 ounce (small) | 57 g | 98 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 113 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 170 g | 292 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 200 g | 344 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 250 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 172 calories per 100 g.
Cooked 5% fat beef mince keeps for 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers soon after cooking rather than leaving them at room temperature for an extended period.
Yes, cooked 5% fat beef mince freezes well. Cool it, portion it into airtight containers or freezer bags, and freeze promptly; dividing it into meal-sized portions makes it easier to thaw only what you need.
Reheat cooked 5% fat beef mince in a covered pan over moderate heat, stirring it and adding a splash of water or sauce. Gentle reheating helps keep this lean mince from becoming dry.
Yes, you can eat cooked 5% fat beef mince cold if it was cooked safely and kept refrigerated. Add it to a salad or sandwich just before serving, and return any leftovers to the refrigerator promptly.
Add cooked 5% fat beef mince to pasta sauce, soup, chili, or a skillet meal. Since it is already cooked, stir it in near the end and heat it through instead of simmering it for the whole recipe.
Yes, cooked 5% fat beef mince can replace raw mince in many recipes, but add it late in the cooking process. The other ingredients still need to cook, while the mince only needs to heat through.
Cooked 5% fat beef mince is minced beef that has been cooked; it is minimally processed. It is not the same as raw mince, so recipes using it need only reheat it rather than cook it from raw.
Yes, cooked 5% fat beef mince works well in tacos. Warm it in a pan with taco spices and a little water or salsa, then spoon it into the shells with your preferred toppings.
Yes, cooked 5% fat beef mince can be part of a post-workout meal because it provides protein. Pair it with a carbohydrate source such as rice or potatoes and some vegetables for a more substantial meal.
Discard cooked 5% fat beef mince if it develops an unusual sour smell, a sticky texture, or a noticeable color change. Do not taste it to check, and throw it away if it has been refrigerated beyond its safe storage period.
Vitamins
B12
2.4µg · 100% DV
B3
5.8mg · 36% DV
B6
0.35mg · 21% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Zinc
5.2mg · 47% DV
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
215mg · 31% DV
Iron
2.7mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
315mg · 9% DV
Sodium
63mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 172 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Cooked 5% fat beef mince is ground beef that has been cooked through, rather than a complete dish with a fixed regional recipe. It has a fine, tender texture and a savoury, meaty flavour, making it easy to fold into everyday meals. Serve it warm in pasta sauce, tacos, rice bowls or stuffed vegetables; in Turkey, cooked mince is also familiar in dishes such as kıymalı yumurta, börek and pide. Onion, herbs and tomatoes pair naturally with it.
It is a protein-rich, relatively lean choice, with 26.1 g of protein per 100 g. Add vegetables or beans for a more rounded meal, or use it as a filling when you want a substantial, straightforward source of protein.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.45g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.