Lamb loin (cooked) vs Ground beef (90% lean, cooked)
| Lamb loin (cooked) | Ground beef (90% lean, cooked) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 29.3 g | 26.6 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 8.2 g | 11.1 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 199.0 kcal | 214.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 14.7 g | 12.4 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 102 g · 204 kcal | 113 g · 241 kcal |
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The one-line verdict: Lamb loin (cooked) delivers 1.2× the protein per calorie of Ground beef (90% lean, cooked) (14.7 g vs 12.4 g per 100 kcal).
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Bold marks the better side of each row. "Per 100 kcal" answers the density question — which food delivers more protein for the energy it costs. Portion row is computed live from the same USDA base values shown on each food page.