Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, cooked, grilled
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This is a premium, marbled cut from the rib section, known for its rich beefy flavor and tender, juicy texture when grilled. The 'choice' grade indicates abundant intramuscular fat, which bastes the meat from within, creating a succulent, buttery mouthfeel. Nutritionally, it's a dense source of high-quality protein and provides essential fats, but is also calorie-dense at 303 kcal per 100g.
Calorie split: 30% protein · 0% carbs · 70% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore it for the unparalleled 'beefy' flavor and the luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth tenderness from its perfect marbling. It's a celebratory centerpiece, equally at home at a backyard BBQ or a fine-dining steakhouse.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Its high saturated fat and calorie content means it should be enjoyed in moderation, especially by those managing heart health or calorie intake. To counteract, practice strict portion control (see portions) and balance the meal with fiber-rich, non-starchy vegetables like grilled asparagus or a large salad to slow digestion and add volume.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of complete protein for muscle maintenance.
- Rich in bioavailable heme iron and zinc.
- Provides B vitamins, especially B12 and niacin.
- Contains conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), a type of healthy fat.
- High satiety factor helps with appetite control.
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💡 Did you know?
The 'lip-on' specification means a small, flavorful strip of fat from the lip area is left attached, which renders during cooking to add extra moisture and a distinct, rich flavor to the steak.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 53.5 g |
| Energy | 303 kcal |
| Energy | 1269 kj |
| Protein | 22.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 23.5 g |
| Ash | 0.88 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.00 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 12.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 149 mg |
| Potassium, K | 247 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 54.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 5.8 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.08 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 27.4 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.29 mg |
| Niacin | 4.7 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.53 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.44 mg |
| Folate, total | 6.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 6.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 6.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 48.9 mg |
| Betaine | 12.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.1 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 7.0 ug |
| Retinol | 7.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 25.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.11 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 7.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.6 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 10.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.69 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 5.4 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.33 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 3.7 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 11.2 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.14 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.75 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.69 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.20 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 10.1 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 8.7 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.92 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 0.72 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.10 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 1.6 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 1.5 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.07 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 1.4 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.10 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.10 g |
| Cholesterol | 81.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.26 g |
| Threonine | 1.1 g |
| Isoleucine | 1.1 g |
| Leucine | 2.0 g |
| Lysine | 2.2 g |
| Methionine | 0.62 g |
| Cystine | 0.23 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.91 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.85 g |
| Valine | 1.1 g |
| Arginine | 1.5 g |
| Histidine | 0.84 g |
| Alanine | 1.4 g |
| Aspartic acid | 2.2 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.7 g |
| Glycine | 1.1 g |
| Proline | 1.0 g |
| Serine | 0.94 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.16 g |
FAQ
What does 'choice' grade mean?
It's a USDA quality grade indicating good marbling (intramuscular fat), which is the key to flavor and juiciness. It's one step below 'prime'.
How is 'lip-on' different from a standard ribeye?
A standard ribeye is fully trimmed. 'Lip-on' retains a specific strip of fat from the animal's lip, which adds extra richness and flavor during cooking.
Is this cut suitable for a low-carb diet?
Yes, it contains zero carbohydrates and is a staple in ketogenic and carnivore diets due to its high fat and protein content.
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 3.03 kcal/g · 30% 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.