Food guide

Beef Broth

Beef Broth is a commonly eaten animal protein in many food cultures.

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Beef Broth, a nutrient-dense meat & poultry food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of beef broth for fair comparison. Typical serving: 200 g — 24 kcal per 200 g serving.

Nutrition information for Beef Broth
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (200 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	12 kcal	24 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	2.2 g	4.4 g	18.3 g
Carbohydrate	0.8 g	1.5 g	6.3 g
Fat	0 g	0 g	0 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of beef broth, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Beef Broth
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (200 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0.4 mg	0.8 mg	<1%
Thiamin	0.009 mg	0.018 mg	<1%
Riboflavin	0.012 mg	0.024 mg	<1%
Niacin	0.3 mg	0.6 mg	2%
Vitamin B6	0.01 mg	0.02 mg	<1%
Folate	1 µg	2 µg	<1%
Vitamin B12	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Pantothenic acid	0.02 mg	0.04 mg	<1%
Minerals
Calcium	4 mg	8 mg	<1%
Iron	0.22 mg	0.44 mg	1%
Magnesium	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Phosphorus	13 mg	26 mg	1%
Potassium	64 mg	128 mg	1%
Sodium	264 mg	528 mg	11%
Zinc	0.15 mg	0.3 mg	1%
Copper	0.1 mg	0.2 mg	11%
Manganese	0.15 mg	0.3 mg	7%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Soup, beef broth, bouillon, consomme, prepared with equal volume water

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat beef broth?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Beef Broth is a commonly eaten animal protein in many food cultures.

How to include it

Cook to a safe temperature and serve with vegetables or a whole grain.
Typical pairing ideas: Rice, Vegetables, Lemon.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.

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