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Ground Beef 85% Lean/ 15% Fat
meat/beef
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Ground Beef 85% Lean/ 15% Fat

MEAT
Available at Whole Foods
250
Calories
21g
Protein
75mg
Sodium
1
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find MEAT Ground Beef 85% Lean/15% Fat in the refrigerated meat case, picked up for backyard burgers, family weeknight dinners, or a weekend cookout—it carries a hearty, indulgent and nostalgic vibe. With a single ingredient (beef) and a coarse ground texture from simple grinding, this is minimally processed rather than ultraprocessed, reflecting natural fat content instead of added fillers or preservatives (NOVA 1).

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 4 oz
Servings per Container: 1
Calories250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat17g22%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Trans Fat1g
Cholesterol80mg27%
Sodium75mg3%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein21g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Beef..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

Contains only beef and is simply ground with no added ingredients or industrial formulations, so it fits NOVA 1 (unprocessed/minimally processed).

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Common Questions about Ground Beef 85% Lean/ 15% Fat

The 85% lean, 15% fat ground beef is a great source of high-quality protein, packing 21 grams in a 4 oz serving. While it's not necessarily low in fat, it can fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for something hearty without a ton of carbs. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary needs!

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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$8.49
per package