Beef, chuck eye roast, boneless, America's Beef Roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, choice, raw
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This is a lean, boneless cut from the shoulder of the cow, prized for its rich beefy flavor and fine, marbled texture that becomes incredibly tender when slow-cooked. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse of high-quality protein with a moderate fat content, offering a satisfying and substantial meal. It's the quintessential 'America's Beef Roast,' designed for hearty, comforting dishes.
Calorie split: 41% protein · 0% carbs · 59% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its deep, beefy flavor that intensifies with slow cooking, transforming into fork-tender perfection. Its versatility makes it a beloved centerpiece for family dinners, from classic Sunday roasts to savory pot roasts.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
While trimmed, it still contains a significant amount of fat, which may concern those monitoring saturated fat intake. To counteract, skim rendered fat from cooking liquids before serving and pair the roast with fiber-rich vegetables like carrots and potatoes to balance the meal.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of complete, high-quality protein for muscle maintenance.
- Rich in essential minerals like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, especially B12.
- The marbling provides flavor and helps keep the meat moist during long cooking.
- A versatile cut that can be roasted, braised, or used in stews.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'chuck eye' is sometimes called the 'poor man's ribeye' because it comes from the same shoulder region adjacent to the rib primal, offering a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 68.3 g |
| Energy | 185 kcal |
| Energy | 773 kj |
| Protein | 19.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 12.0 g |
| Ash | 0.98 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.00 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 17.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.1 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 19.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 186 mg |
| Potassium, K | 310 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 80.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 7.5 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.06 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 20.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.06 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin | 4.3 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.55 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.36 mg |
| Folate, total | 3.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 3.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 3.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 62.5 mg |
| Betaine | 26.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.7 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 4.0 ug |
| Retinol | 4.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 12.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.21 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 4.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.5 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.1 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.34 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.7 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.9 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 5.9 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.35 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.35 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.09 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.4 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 4.7 g |
| MUFA 18:1-11 t (18:1t n-7) | 0.23 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.53 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.46 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 0.41 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.69 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.69 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.69 g |
| Cholesterol | 67.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.22 g |
| Threonine | 0.84 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.81 g |
| Leucine | 1.5 g |
| Lysine | 1.7 g |
| Methionine | 0.54 g |
| Cystine | 0.20 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.73 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.66 g |
| Valine | 0.86 g |
| Arginine | 1.3 g |
| Histidine | 0.62 g |
| Alanine | 1.1 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.7 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.0 g |
| Glycine | 0.87 g |
| Proline | 0.79 g |
| Serine | 0.73 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.13 g |
FAQ
What's the best cooking method for this roast?
Slow, moist-heat methods like braising or using a slow cooker are ideal. They break down the connective tissue, making the lean meat exceptionally tender and flavorful.
Is this a good cut for grilling?
Not typically. Its lean nature and connective tissue mean it can become tough over direct, high heat. It's best suited for low-and-slow cooking.
How does 'choice' grade affect it?
The 'choice' grade indicates good marbling, which means more intramuscular fat for flavor and juiciness, making it a higher-quality option than 'select' grade for roasting.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 1.85 kcal/g · 41% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.26 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.