Beef Jerky — Nutrition, Calories & Diet Check
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Beef Jerky — 280 kcal, 40.0g protein and 10.0g carbs per 100g. Here's how it stacks up for keto, low-carb, high-protein, gluten-free and vegan snacking, with full typical nutrition per 30g serving.
Nutrition: Beef Jerky (typical values)
| Per 100g | Per 30g serving | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal | 84 kcal |
| Protein | 40.0g | 12.0g |
| Carbohydrates | 10.0g | 3.0g |
| of which sugars | 8.0g | 2.4g |
| Fat | 7.0g | 2.1g |
| Fibre | 1.0g | 0.3g |
| Salt | 4.5g | 1.3g |
Typical values for generic beef jerky; brands vary — always check the label. For full per-food nutrition data see our sister site's calorie and nutrition checker.
How many calories are in Beef Jerky?
Beef Jerky has 280 kcal per 100g. A typical 30g serving works out to 84 kcal — about 4% of a 2,000 kcal reference daily intake. Pre-packed portions vary by brand, so check the pack for the exact serving size.
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Is Beef Jerky keto-friendly?
Yes. With 10.0g of carbohydrates per 100g (3.0g per typical serving), beef jerky fits comfortably within most ketogenic carb limits.
Is Beef Jerky a good source of protein?
Yes — 40.0g of protein per 100g makes beef jerky one of the better snack choices for protein. A 30g serving delivers about 12.0g. If you're stocking up, a snack portion pot set makes it easy to keep portions in check.
Is Beef Jerky healthy?
Mixed — it has real upsides but isn't a free pass. Beef Jerky is a good source of protein (40.0g/100g). On the downside, it's high in salt (4.5g/100g). A typical 30g serving is 84 kcal — portion size is what usually decides whether a snack like this fits a healthy diet.
Sugar, salt and overall balance
Per UK traffic-light thresholds, beef jerky is moderate in sugar (8.0g/100g) and high in salt (4.5g/100g), with 1.0g of fibre. At 280 kcal per 100g, portion size decides whether it fits your day. Portion control helps more than anything — some snackers keep a set of digital kitchen scales to hand for exactly that reason.
Beef Jerky is closest in profile to chilli beef jerky, but beef jerky carries more protein (40.0g protein vs 38.0g protein for chilli beef jerky).
Curious what's actually in this kind of snack? Check additives and E-numbers with the food ingredient checker, and if you're pregnant or storing leftovers, our food safety guide covers what's safe.
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Last updated: · Typical values; check product labels