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High protein, low carb, rich in iron and B12
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Eggs with lean ground beef (180 g) has 317 calories. That works out to 176 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 32 g of protein, 20.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.1 µg of B12 covers 128% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
317
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
32g
· 64% DV
Fat
20.2g
· 26% 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 3% · Protein 40% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 317 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.2 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 6.48 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 140 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 32 g | 64% |
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) | 180 g | 317 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (small) | 75 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 158 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 176 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 105 g | 185 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 317 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 210 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 458 kcal |
Calculated from 176 calories per 100 g.
Brown the lean ground beef in a skillet until fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces. Add beaten eggs and cook over low heat, stirring gently until just set. Season with salt and pepper, and serve straight from the pan.
Yes, cook the lean ground beef first, then add the eggs to the same pan once the beef is fully cooked. This lets the eggs pick up the savory flavor while ensuring the meat is safely cooked before the eggs set.
Black pepper, paprika, cumin, and a little chili work well with eggs and lean ground beef. Add dried spices while browning the beef so they release their aroma; finish with fresh herbs such as parsley or chives if you like.
Yes, onions are a good addition to eggs with lean ground beef. Cook finely chopped onion until soft before adding the beef, so it has time to lose its raw bite and blend into the finished dish.
Eggs with lean ground beef are centered on browned meat and softly cooked eggs. Shakshuka is typically eggs poached in a tomato-and-pepper sauce, so adding plenty of tomato to this dish gives it a different texture and style.
Serve eggs with lean ground beef with toast, flatbread, or a simple green salad. Fresh tomato and cucumber make a lighter side, while roasted potatoes or rice turn it into a more substantial meal.
Yes, you can use fully cooked leftover lean ground beef. Reheat it in a skillet until steaming hot, then add the eggs and cook until they set; this is a convenient way to turn leftover meat into a quick meal.
Cook eggs with lean ground beef gently over low heat and remove the pan from the heat as soon as the eggs are just set. Lean beef can also dry out if overcooked, so brown it only until fully cooked before adding the eggs.
Refrigerate leftover eggs with lean ground beef in a covered container within two hours of cooking and eat them within 3–4 days. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, rather than warming and cooling the whole batch repeatedly.
Yes, eggs with lean ground beef make a filling, savory breakfast. They can be served with toast or vegetables, or eaten on their own when you want a simple, protein-rich meal rather than a sweet breakfast.
Vitamins
B12
3.06µg · 128% DV
Biotin
19.8µg · 66% DV
B3
7.02mg · 44% DV
B2
0.56mg · 43% DV
Minerals
Selenium
40µg · 73% DV
Zinc
5.58mg · 51% DV
Phosphorus
333mg · 48% DV
Iodine
34µg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
441mg · 13% DV
Sodium
140mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 317 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Eggs with lean ground beef combines softly scrambled eggs with small pieces of beef browned in a pan. It is a straightforward home-style dish, made with two familiar ingredients and often seasoned simply so their savoury flavours come through.
It works for breakfast or a quick lunch, served hot on its own or with toast, potatoes, or a fresh salad. Across English-speaking kitchens, it can be adapted with herbs or vegetables, though the basic version is satisfying without much else. The dish is high in protein and low in carbohydrates; pair it with greens or tomatoes for a lighter, more balanced plate.
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.
Contains these 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
6.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.