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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Olive oil bolognese ground beef (240 g) has 374 calories. That works out to 156 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.2 g of carbs, 34.1 g of protein, 21.8 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 3.7 µg of B12 covers 155% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
374
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
12.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
34.1g
· 68% DV
Fat
21.8g
· 28% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 13% · Protein 36% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 374 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.8 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 6.48 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.43 g | |
| Sodium | 744 mg | 32% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% |
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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 374 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 47 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 156 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 120 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 400 g | 624 kcal |
| 500 g | 500 g | 780 kcal |
Calculated from 156 calories per 100 g.
Olive oil Bolognese ground beef is ground beef cooked with olive oil in a Bolognese-style sauce. Recipes commonly include tomato and aromatic vegetables, and it can be served with pasta or used as a filling for layered dishes.
To make olive oil Bolognese ground beef, brown the beef in olive oil, add finely chopped vegetables such as onion and carrot, then stir in tomato. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the beef is cooked and the sauce develops flavor.
Olive oil Bolognese ground beef is a Bolognese-style preparation, but the name alone does not guarantee a traditional ragù alla bolognese recipe. Traditional versions are slowly cooked and may include wine, milk, and a small amount of tomato, depending on the recipe.
Olive oil Bolognese ground beef pairs especially well with wide ribbons such as tagliatelle or pappardelle, which hold the meat sauce. Rigatoni is another good choice. Toss the drained pasta with some sauce before serving so it coats evenly.
Yes, olive oil Bolognese ground beef works well as the meat sauce in lasagna. Layer it with pasta sheets and béchamel, keeping the sauce moist enough to help the pasta soften as the lasagna bakes.
Yes, you can make olive oil Bolognese ground beef without tomatoes, although the result will not have the familiar tomato-based Bolognese flavor. Cook the beef with aromatic vegetables and add a little stock if you want a looser sauce.
Simmering olive oil Bolognese ground beef gives the meat and vegetables time to blend into the sauce. Keep the heat low and stir from time to time; boiling it hard can reduce the liquid too quickly and make the sauce catch on the pan.
To keep olive oil Bolognese ground beef from tasting greasy, use enough olive oil to cook the vegetables but avoid adding more than the pan needs. If excess fat collects after browning the beef, spoon some off before adding the remaining sauce ingredients.
Cooked olive oil Bolognese ground beef keeps for 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. Cool it without leaving it at room temperature for an extended time, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, olive oil Bolognese ground beef freezes well. Let it cool, divide it into airtight portions, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly. Freezing separate portions makes it easier to use only what you need.
Vitamins
B12
3.72µg · 155% DV
B3
11.04mg · 69% DV
B6
0.74mg · 44% DV
B2
0.43mg · 33% DV
Minerals
Selenium
40µg · 73% DV
Zinc
8.04mg · 73% DV
Phosphorus
374mg · 53% DV
Sodium
744mg · 32% DV
Potassium ⭐
835mg · 25% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Olive oil bolognese ground beef is minced beef cooked with olive oil, tomato and commonly aromatic vegetables such as onion and carrot, in a sauce inspired by the Italian ragù associated with Bologna. It is usually spooned over pasta, whether served as a family meal at home or as a familiar Italian-style dish in restaurants. The sauce is savoury and tomato-rich, with tender, finely crumbled meat; it also works over baked potatoes or with crusty bread. It provides protein and iron, with 14.2 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, use a measured amount of oil and add extra vegetables or a side salad.
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
6.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.