Brisket Beef

Beef, brisket

Nutrition Facts

Serving sizeper 100g
Amount per serving
Calories231
% Daily Value
  • Total Fat 12,04 g15%
  • Saturated Fat 4,62 g23%
  • Trans Fat
  • Cholesterol 94 mg31%
  • Sodium 377 mg16%
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g0%
  • Dietary Fiber 0 g0%
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Protein 29,41 g59%
  • Vitamin D 0,2 µg1%
  • Calcium 10 mg1%
  • Iron 2,74 mg15%
  • Potassium 285 mg6%
* 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.
100g of Beef, brisket contains 231 kcal calories, 29,41g protein, and 2,57µg vitamin b12 per USDA FoodData Central.

Calorie breakdown

How calories are distributed across macronutrients

226kcal
  • Protein52%(118 kcal)
  • Carbs0%(0 kcal)
  • Fat48%(108 kcal)

Nutrient density

69/ 100

Meets ≥10% Daily Value for 16 of 28 nutrients

High nutrient density

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Potassium : Sodium ratio0.8 : 1
poor
Omega-3 : Omega-6 ratio30.3 : 1 (ω-6 / ω-3)
poor
  • Brisket Beef has a potassium-to-sodium ratio of 0.8:1, which is considered poor for blood-pressure support.
  • Brisket Beef has an omega-6 to omega-3 ratio of 30.3:1, which is considered poor for inflammatory balance.
  • Brisket Beef contains more vitamin b12 per 100 g than whole cow’s milk — 3 µg vs 1 µg.

Full nutrient breakdown

per 100g
Macronutrients
Macronutrients
NutrientAmount% DV
Calories

Total food energy released when the food is metabolized, expressed in kilocalories per 100 grams.

Also known as: Calories, kcal

231 kcal12%
Protein

Macronutrient made of amino acids; essential for building and repairing tissue, enzymes, and hormones.

29,41 g59%
Carbohydrates

Total carbohydrates, including sugars, starches, and fiber. The body's primary energy source.

Also known as: Carbohydrates

0 g0%
Total fat

Sum of all dietary fats (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans). A concentrated energy source and carrier of fat-soluble vitamins.

Also known as: Total Lipid, Fat

12,04 g15%
Fiber

Indigestible plant carbohydrate that supports digestive health, blood sugar regulation, and satiety.

Also known as: Dietary Fiber

0 g0%
Sugars

Simple carbohydrates, both naturally occurring (e.g. in fruit or milk) and added. Quickly absorbed for energy.

Also known as: Total Sugars

0 g
Minerals
Minerals
NutrientAmount% DV
Sodium

Electrolyte that regulates fluid balance and nerve signaling. Most dietary sodium comes from salt; excess intake raises blood pressure.

Also known as: Salt (as Na)

377 mg16%
Potassium

Electrolyte that supports nerve function, muscle contraction, and healthy blood pressure.

285 mg6%
Calcium

Mineral essential for bone and teeth structure, muscle contraction, and blood clotting.

10 mg1%
Magnesium

Mineral involved in more than 300 enzymatic reactions, including energy production and muscle function.

22 mg5%
Phosphorus

Mineral that works with calcium to form bones and is a component of DNA and ATP.

227 mg18%
Iron

Mineral required for oxygen transport in hemoglobin and for energy metabolism.

2,74 mg15%
Zinc

Trace mineral essential for immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis.

7 mg64%
Copper

Trace mineral involved in iron metabolism, connective tissue formation, and antioxidant defense.

0,12 mg13%
Selenium

Trace mineral that supports thyroid function and antioxidant systems via selenoproteins.

27,2 µg49%
Fat detail
Fat detail
NutrientAmount% DV
Saturated fat

Fat type typically solid at room temperature. High intake is associated with elevated LDL cholesterol.

Also known as: Saturated Fatty Acids, SFA

4,62 g23%
Monounsaturated fat

Fat with one double bond in its fatty-acid chain. Common in olive oil and avocados; linked to heart-health benefits.

Also known as: Monounsaturated Fatty Acids, MUFA

5,57 g
Polyunsaturated fat

Fat with multiple double bonds, including essential omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

Also known as: Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, PUFA

0,47 g
Cholesterol

Waxy sterol found in animal foods. The body also makes its own; dietary cholesterol has a limited effect on blood levels for most people.

94 mg31%
EPA (Omega-3)

Eicosapentaenoic acid, a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid found in fatty fish; supports cardiovascular and inflammatory balance.

Also known as: Eicosapentaenoic Acid

0 g
DHA (Omega-3)

Docosahexaenoic acid, a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid concentrated in fish; important for brain and eye health.

Also known as: Docosahexaenoic Acid

0 g
DPA (Omega-3)

Docosapentaenoic acid, an intermediate omega-3 fatty acid found alongside EPA and DHA in marine foods.

Also known as: Docosapentaenoic Acid

0,01 g
Vitamins
Vitamins
NutrientAmount% DV
Vitamin A

Fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immune function, and cell growth. Measured as Retinol Activity Equivalents.

Also known as: Retinol Activity Equivalents, RAE

1 µg0%
Retinol

Preformed vitamin A found in animal foods; the active form used directly by the body.

1 µg
Vitamin C

Water-soluble antioxidant vitamin required for collagen synthesis, immune function, and iron absorption.

Also known as: Ascorbic Acid

0 mg0%
Vitamin D

Fat-soluble vitamin that regulates calcium absorption and bone health. Also produced in the skin from sunlight.

Also known as: Calciferol

0,2 µg1%
Vitamin E

Fat-soluble antioxidant that protects cell membranes from oxidative damage.

Also known as: Alpha-Tocopherol, Tocopherol

0,14 mg1%
Vitamin K

Fat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and bone metabolism.

Also known as: Phylloquinone, Menaquinone

1,7 µg1%
Thiamin (B1)

B-vitamin required for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous-system function.

Also known as: Vitamin B1, Thiamine

0,07 mg6%
Riboflavin (B2)

B-vitamin involved in energy production and cellular function via the coenzymes FAD and FMN.

Also known as: Vitamin B2

0,22 mg17%
Niacin (B3)

B-vitamin that contributes to DNA repair and energy metabolism through its coenzymes NAD and NADP.

Also known as: Vitamin B3, Nicotinic Acid

3,7 mg23%
Vitamin B6

B-vitamin involved in amino-acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin formation.

Also known as: Pyridoxine

0,35 mg21%
Folate (B9)

B-vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and cell division; particularly important in early pregnancy.

Also known as: Vitamin B9, Folic Acid, Folacin

8 µg2%
Vitamin B12

B-vitamin required for red blood cell formation and nervous-system health. Found almost exclusively in animal foods.

Also known as: Cobalamin

2,57 µg107%
Choline

Essential nutrient used to make cell membranes and the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.

105,1 mg19%
Antioxidants & carotenoids
Antioxidants & carotenoids
NutrientAmount% DV
Beta-carotene

Also known as: Beta-Carotene, Provitamin A

0 µg
Alpha-carotene

Also known as: Alpha-Carotene

0 µg
Beta-cryptoxanthin

Also known as: Beta-Cryptoxanthin

0 µg
Lycopene0 µg
Lutein + zeaxanthin

Also known as: Lutein + Zeaxanthin

0 µg
Other
Other
NutrientAmount% DV
Water

Water content of the food. Foods high in water tend to be lower in energy density and support hydration.

55,99 g
Caffeine

Naturally occurring stimulant found in coffee, tea, cocoa, and some soft drinks. Acts on the central nervous system.

0 mg
Theobromine0 mg
Alcohol0 g

Compare 34 USDA variants

Variants of Beef, brisket, whole, separable lean only, all grades, raw cataloged in USDA FoodData Central, with calories and macros per 100 g.
VariantFDC IDCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Beef, brisket, whole, separable lean only, all grades, raw16860715720,70,67,4
Beef, brisket, flat half, boneless separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, raw16865613221,505,1
Beef, brisket, flat half, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, choice, raw16865713721,305,8
Beef, brisket, flat half, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, select, raw16865812421,704,1
Beef, brisket, whole, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw16866425318,40,619,1
Beef, brisket, whole, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, braised16866533125,9024,5
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw16866627717,9022,2
Beef, brisket, flat half, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, raw16871416520,309,3
Beef, brisket, flat half, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, choice, raw16874316920,209,9
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, cooked, braised16943228029017,4
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, choice, cooked, braised16944022132,209,2
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, select, cooked, braised16946919833,905,9
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, braised16948828928,8018,4
Beef, brisket, point half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw16948926717,70,621
Beef, brisket, point half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, braised16949034924,4027,2
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, select, cooked, braised16955520533,606,8
Beef, brisket, flat half, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, select, raw16957015820,608,5
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, braised17021020533,307
Beef, brisket, point half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, braised17021135823,5028,5
Beef, brisket, point half, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, braised17021224428,1013,8
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, choice, cooked, braised17060121232,608,1
Beef, brisket, whole, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, braised17061129126,8019,5
Beef, brisket, whole, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, braised17061221829,8010,1
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, braised17061321332,908
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, cooked, braised17181820333,106,8
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, raw17312827818,10,122,2
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, raw17312927617,8022,2
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, cooked, braised17313029828,7019,5
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, braised17404719633,206
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw17404812721,603,8
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, raw17405712921,704,1
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, raw17476612421,503,6
Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, cooked, braised17476818933,205,2
Beef, brisketcurrent270585123129,4012

Fatty acid profile

Breakdown of fats per 100 grams

10,7 g
  • Saturated43%(4,62 g)
  • Monounsaturated52%(5,57 g)
  • Polyunsaturated4%(0,47 g)

Household serving sizes

g
64759 1 regular/thin slice
60 g
62297 1 thick slice
90 g
40016 1 oz yields
20 g
51000 1 cubic inch
17 g
10205 1 cup
135 g
90000 Quantity not specified
60 g

Methodology

  • Moisture change: 0%

Frequently asked questions about Brisket Beef

How many calories in Brisket Beef?

Brisket Beef contains 231 kcal per 100 grams, sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

How much cholesterol is in Brisket Beef?

Brisket Beef contains 94 mg cholesterol and 377 mg sodium per 100 grams, per USDA FoodData Central.

What are the macros in Brisket Beef?

Per 100 grams, Brisket Beef contains 29.41 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates, and 12.04 g total fat.

Is Brisket Beef good for keto or low-carb?

Yes — Brisket Beef has 0 g net carbs per 100 g, fitting a low-carb plan.

Where does Brisket Beef nutrition data come from?

Nutrition data for Brisket Beef is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2705851). Browse the underlying record at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/2705851/nutrients.

Diet compatibility

  • High proteinAt least 20% of calories come from protein, making this food a useful building block for muscle-focused meal plans.
  • Low carbUnder 10 g of net carbs per 100 g — compatible with low-carb and moderate-carb eating patterns.
  • Keto-friendlyLow enough in net carbs and high enough in fat to fit a standard ketogenic macro split without adjustment.
  • Low sugarUnder 5 g of total sugars per 100 g, including naturally occurring sugars.
  • High ironDelivers at least 20% of the Daily Value for iron per 100 g, helpful for menstruating adults and endurance athletes.
  • Paleo-friendlyFalls within whole-food paleo guidelines: no grains, legumes, dairy, or refined additives in the USDA category.
  • Gluten-freeFree of gluten-containing grains (wheat, rye, barley, malt) by USDA categorization. Verify packaging for heavily processed items.

Foods that pair well with Brisket Beef

Complementary ingredients from related USDA categories — useful starting points when planning a meal around Brisket Beef.

3 meal ideas using Brisket Beef

Starter templates matched to Brisket Beef's nutrient profile. Open the meal-plan generator to turn any of these into a full recipe with shopping list.

  • Breakfast

    Protein-forward breakfast with Brisket Beef

    Brisket Beef pairs with eggs and whole-grain toast for a breakfast around 30 g of protein — a useful post-workout option or a filling start to the day.

  • Lunch

    Low-carb lunch built around brisket Beef

    A big leafy salad with brisket Beef, olive oil, seeds, and a hard-boiled egg keeps total carbs under 15 g while delivering satiating fats and protein.

  • Dinner

    Simple dinner with brisket Beef

    Pair brisket Beef with a lean protein and roasted seasonal vegetables for a weekday dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Where does this data come from?

Nutrient values are sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database — the U.S. Department of Agriculture's authoritative reference for food composition. Values are averaged across multiple samples to give you a representative reading per 100 grams of edible portion.

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 2705851), accessed 2022-10-28.

Published: 2022-10-28

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