Food guide

Beef Stew

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

Meat & PoultryProtein-Rich

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

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of beef stew for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g — 66 kcal per 100 g serving.

Nutrition information for Beef Stew
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	66 kcal	66 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	4 g	4 g	6.1 g
Carbohydrate	10.1 g	10.1 g	15.3 g
Fat	1.1 g	1.1 g	1.7 g
Fibre	0.6 g	0.6 g	0.9 g

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

Micronutrients

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

Micronutrients for Beef Stew
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	54 µg	54 µg	6%
Vitamin C	2.9 mg	2.9 mg	3%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin E	0.28 mg	0.28 mg	2%
Vitamin K	3.1 µg	3.1 µg	3%
Thiamin	0.024 mg	0.024 mg	2%
Riboflavin	0.063 mg	0.063 mg	5%
Niacin	1.1 mg	1.1 mg	7%
Vitamin B6	0.055 mg	0.055 mg	3%
Folate	6 µg	6 µg	2%
Vitamin B12	0.26 µg	0.26 µg	11%
Pantothenic acid	0.18 mg	0.18 mg	4%
Choline	10.2 mg	10.2 mg	2%
Minerals
Calcium	13 mg	13 mg	1%
Iron	0.97 mg	0.97 mg	5%
Magnesium	2 mg	2 mg	<1%
Phosphorus	50 mg	50 mg	4%
Potassium	140 mg	140 mg	3%
Sodium	338 mg	338 mg	15%
Zinc	1.1 mg	1.1 mg	10%
Selenium	2.5 µg	2.5 µg	5%
Copper	0.1 mg	0.1 mg	11%
Manganese	0.1 mg	0.1 mg	4%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Soup, chunky beef, canned, ready-to-serve

% 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 stew?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Beef Stew 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.