Beef, ground, 85% lean meat / 15% fat, loaf, cooked, baked
Whole food · Beef Products
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This is a lean, protein-dense baked ground beef loaf, offering a firm yet tender texture with a classic savory, beefy flavor. With nearly 26g of protein and zero carbs per 100g, it's a straightforward, high-protein centerpiece for a meal.
Calorie split: 45% protein · 0% carbs · 55% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love its comforting, hearty flavor and the satisfying texture that works perfectly in slices. It's a versatile base that can be dressed up with various glazes, sauces, or seasonings.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The 15% fat content, while moderate, contributes to a higher saturated fat intake. To balance this, pair it with fiber-rich vegetables like roasted broccoli or a large salad, and consider draining any rendered fat after baking.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of complete protein for muscle maintenance.
- Naturally zero-carb, fitting ketogenic and low-carb dietary patterns.
- Provides essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B12.
- Simple preparation with minimal added ingredients.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The modern American meatloaf gained massive popularity during the Great Depression as an economical way to stretch ground meat with fillers like breadcrumbs and oats.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 59.0 g |
| Energy | 240 kcal |
| Energy | 1005 kj |
| Protein | 25.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 14.4 g |
| Ash | 0.92 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.00 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 18.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.7 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 20.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 186 mg |
| Potassium, K | 286 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 64.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 6.5 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 21.0 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 22.4 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.17 mg |
| Niacin | 4.9 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.60 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.34 mg |
| Folate, total | 6.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 6.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 6.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 85.5 mg |
| Betaine | 11.3 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.5 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 3.0 ug |
| Retinol | 3.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 9.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.12 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 2.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.6 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.5 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 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.40 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.1 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.8 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 6.2 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.11 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.51 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.13 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.6 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.45 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.35 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.57 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.57 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.57 g |
| Cholesterol | 88.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.13 g |
| Threonine | 1.0 g |
| Isoleucine | 1.1 g |
| Leucine | 2.0 g |
| Lysine | 2.1 g |
| Methionine | 0.67 g |
| Cystine | 0.27 g |
| Phenylalanine | 1.0 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.80 g |
| Valine | 1.3 g |
| Arginine | 1.7 g |
| Histidine | 0.84 g |
| Alanine | 1.6 g |
| Aspartic acid | 2.3 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.9 g |
| Glycine | 1.8 g |
| Proline | 1.3 g |
| Serine | 1.0 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.38 g |
FAQ
Is this the same as a raw beef patty?
No. This is a baked loaf made from ground beef, which has a denser, more cohesive texture than a loose patty. The cooking method (baking) also differs from pan-frying or grilling a patty.
How can I keep it from being dry?
Avoid overmixing the meat, don't overbake it, and consider adding moisture with ingredients like finely grated onion, a splash of broth, or a small amount of tomato paste into the mixture before baking.
Is the nutritional info for the plain loaf or with common add-ins?
The provided data is for the cooked beef loaf itself. Common additions like breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, or sugary glazes will add carbohydrates, calories, and sodium.
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 2.40 kcal/g · 43% 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: 0.22 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.