EatBetterEatBetter
Foods ▾
Ready & Packaged FoodsVegetables & LegumesDesserts & ConfectioneryMeat & ProteinGrains & BakeryBeveragesMilk & DairyNatural & Other Foods

Ready & Packaged Foods

All →
Fast Food & RestaurantBurgers · Pizza · Doner & Wrap · Fried Sides · Restaurant Menu Items

Explore foods by category, subcategory or brand

CompareBrands
Tools ▾

Calorie Calculator

Work out your daily calorie needs

BMI Calculator

Body mass index from your height and weight

Food GuideCompareBlog
TR
Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play
Small, irregular cubes of lean cooked beef with browned surfaces, muted brown cut faces, and a firm, finely fibrous texture, arranged in a simple pile.
●Low GI
⚡High Potassium
💪High Protein

Lean Cooked Diced Beef Calories

High in protein and vitamin B12

CALORIES · 100 G

196kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

330mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Lean Cooked Diced Beef (150 g) has 294 calories. That works out to 196 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 44.3 g of protein, 12.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.6 µg of B12 covers 150% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Lean Cooked Diced Beef Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g

294

KCAL / 150G

Carbs

0g

· 0% DV

Protein

44.3g

· 89% DV

Fat

12.3g

· 16% 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 62% · Fat 38%

Lean Cooked Diced Beef nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories294 kcal
Total fat12.3 g16%
Saturated fat4.65 g23%
Trans fat0.38 g
Sodium86 mg4%
Total carbohydrate0 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein44.3 g89%

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.

EatBetter

Log this food in EatBetter

100,000+ people use it

  • Get your daily calorie target
  • Snap your meal, log it in seconds
  • See every vitamin and mineral
QR code to get the EatBetter app

📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

The EatBetter app recognising potatoes, broccoli and salmon on a plate

How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Lean Cooked Diced Beef?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)150 g294 kcal
1 ounce (small)28.4 g56 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g78 kcal
1 piece (medium)75 g147 kcal
100 g100 g196 kcal
1 cup (diced)140 g274 kcal
1 serving (large)200 g392 kcal
1 serving (extra large)250 g490 kcal

Calculated from 196 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lean Cooked Diced Beef

How long does Lean Cooked Diced Beef last in the fridge?

Lean Cooked Diced Beef keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when chilled promptly and stored in a covered container. Put it away within two hours of cooking, and keep the fridge cold rather than leaving the meat on the counter.

Can Lean Cooked Diced Beef be frozen?

Yes, Lean Cooked Diced Beef freezes well. Divide it into meal-size portions, seal them in freezer-safe containers, and thaw portions in the refrigerator before reheating; freezing in smaller amounts also makes it easier to use just what you need.

What is the best way to reheat Lean Cooked Diced Beef?

Reheat Lean Cooked Diced Beef gently in a covered pan with a splash of broth, water, or sauce. Stir occasionally and heat it until steaming throughout; high heat and prolonged reheating can make lean pieces dry and chewy.

Why is Lean Cooked Diced Beef tough after reheating?

Lean Cooked Diced Beef often turns tough when it is overheated or reheated without moisture. Warm it slowly in gravy or broth instead of frying it dry, and add it near the end when using it in a stew or soup.

What can I make with leftover Lean Cooked Diced Beef?

Leftover Lean Cooked Diced Beef works well in beef and vegetable soup, a quick skillet meal, tacos, or a pot pie filling. Since the beef is already cooked, stir it in near the end so it warms through without becoming overcooked.

Can Lean Cooked Diced Beef go straight into soup?

Yes, Lean Cooked Diced Beef can go straight into soup, but add it near the end of cooking. That gives the pieces time to heat through and take on some broth flavor without simmering them long enough to become tough.

Can Lean Cooked Diced Beef be eaten cold?

Yes, Lean Cooked Diced Beef can be eaten cold if it was refrigerated promptly and kept chilled. Add it to a salad or sandwich straight from the fridge, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for too long.

How do you keep Lean Cooked Diced Beef moist in meal prep?

Store Lean Cooked Diced Beef with a little cooking liquid, gravy, or sauce in an airtight container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, covered, so the meat stays moist and does not undergo repeated heating and cooling.

What should you serve with Lean Cooked Diced Beef?

Lean Cooked Diced Beef pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. For a quick meal, serve it over grains with a sauce or pan juices to complement the lean meat.

Can Lean Cooked Diced Beef be reheated more than once?

It is safer and better for quality to reheat only the portion of Lean Cooked Diced Beef you plan to eat. Repeated cooling and reheating can dry the pieces out and increases food-safety risk, so keep the remaining portion refrigerated.

Lean Cooked Diced Beef Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

3.6µg · 150% DV

B3

8.7mg · 54% DV

B6

0.52mg · 31% DV

B2

0.27mg · 21% DV

Minerals

Zinc

8.1mg · 74% DV

Selenium

39µg · 71% DV

Phosphorus

338mg · 48% DV

Iron

4.05mg · 22% DV

Potassium ⭐

495mg · 15% DV

Sodium

86mg · 4% DV

Lean Cooked Diced Beef Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Lean Cooked Diced Beef

To burn the 294 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):

🚶

73min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

30min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

40min

Cycling

🏊

34min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Lean Cooked Diced Beef?

Lean Cooked Diced Beef is beef cut into small cubes and cooked, ready to add to a meal or serve as a simple protein. Its savoury, distinctly beefy flavour and texture depend on the cut and cooking time; slow cooking tends to make the pieces more tender. In Turkey, cooked beef cubes commonly appear in home-style stews, with rice, or folded into wraps. English-speaking cooks elsewhere can use them in casseroles, salads, grain bowls or quick weeknight meals, warming them gently so they do not dry out.

It is high in protein, with 29.5 g per 100 g, and contains no carbohydrates. Pair it with vegetables and a fresh salad for a balanced plate, or add it to a dish near the end of cooking for convenience.

How Nutritious Is Lean Cooked Diced Beef?

Nutrient density

High

70/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

50/ 100

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.

Is Lean Cooked Diced Beef Processed?

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.

Does Lean Cooked Diced Beef Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Lean Cooked Diced Beef Good For?

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

Lean Cooked Diced Beef Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.65g

MONOUNSATURATED

5.25g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.45g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 5.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (5.5:1).

Compare Lean Cooked Diced Beef

🥩vs🥩
Lean Cooked Diced Beef vs Ground Beef54 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🥩vs🍢
Lean Cooked Diced Beef vs Chicken Skewer56 kcal more per 100 g
→
🥩vs🥩
Lean Cooked Diced Beef vs Sauteed Lamb34 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🥩vs🍗
Lean Cooked Diced Beef vs Smoked Turkey86 kcal more per 100 g
→

Foods Similar to Lean Cooked Diced Beef

🥩

Ground Beef

250 kcal

🍢

Chicken Skewer

140 kcal

🥩

Sauteed Lamb

230 kcal

🍗

Smoked Turkey

110 kcal

🥩

Beef Kavurma

230 kcal

🍆🍖

Meatballs with Eggplant Purée

155 kcal

🥩

Beef Cubed

250 kcal

🍗

Chicken (Sauteed)

165 kcal

Have another question about Lean Cooked Diced Beef?

Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.

EatBetter

Scan calories with your camera

Instant AI nutrition analysis

App StoreGoogle Play

Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.