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Beef jerky

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Other Foods · Per serving (28g)

316
CaloriesPer 100g
88/ 28g
51.0g
ProteinPer 100g
14.3g/ 28g
11.0g
CarbsPer 100g
3.1g/ 28g
7.3g
FatPer 100g
2.0g/ 28g

Macro Split

Macro Split: 65% Protein, 14% Carbs, 21% FatMacro Split100%
Protein65%51.0g
Carbs14%11.0g
Fat21%7.3g

How many calories are in Beef jerky?

Beef jerky contains 316 calories per 100g with 51g protein, 11g carbs, and 7.3g fat. A typical 28g serving provides 88 calories. This other foods item is high in zinc.

About this food

Bulgarian food culture is shaped by its geographic crossroads position, blending Mediterranean, Slavic, and Ottoman culinary influences. This diversity is reflected in the country's wide variety of ingredients, preparation methods, and regional specialties.

Full Nutrition Facts

Nutritional Information
NutrientPer 100gPer serving (28g)% DV
Energy
Calories316kcal88kcal—
Macronutrients
Protein51.0g14.3g
102%
Carbohydrates11.0g3.1g—
Fat7.3g2.0g—
Fiberathlete0.5g0.1g
2%
Sugar9.0g2.5g—
Saturated Fat3.1g0.9g—
Minerals
Sodium2081mg583mg—
Calciumathlete17mg5mg
1%
Ironathlete6mg2mg
34%
Potassium597mg167mg
13%
Magnesiumathlete51mg14mg
12%
Zincathlete8mg2mg
74%
Vitamins
Vitamin Dathlete0.0mcg0.0mcg
0%

% Daily Value based on FDA 2,000 kcal reference diet. Strength trainees have different needs — see highlighted nutrients.

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Primary macros

Calories
88
kcal
Protein
14.3
g
Carbs
3.1
g
Fat
2.0
g

More nutrients

Fiber
0.1g
Sugar
2.5g
Sat. Fat
0.9g
Sodium
583mg
Calcium
5mg
Iron
2mg
Potassium
167mg
Magnesium
14mg
Zinc
2mg
Vitamin D
0.0mcg

Nutrient Highlights

High in ZincHigh in ProteinHigh in IronGood Source of PotassiumGood Source of Magnesium

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Frequently Asked Questions

Beef jerky contains 316 calories per 100g with 51g protein, 11g carbs, and 7.3g fat. A typical 28g serving provides 88 calories. This other foods item is high in zinc.

Beef jerky contains 51g protein per 100g, which is high in protein. A 28g serving provides 14.3g protein.

Notable nutrients in Beef jerky include Zinc, Protein and Iron. Per 100g: 51g protein, 11g carbs, and 7.3g fat.

Beef jerky contains 316 kcal per 100g, making it more calorie-dense. For weight loss, control portion sizes and fit it within your daily calorie targets.

Beef jerky is not ideal for a keto diet. At 10.5g net carbs per 100g, a single serving could easily exceed the daily 20-50g net carb limit.

Beef jerky provides 316 kcal, 51g protein, 11g carbs, and 7.3g fat per 100g. Compare with other other foods foods in our database to find the best option for your nutritional goals.

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