How many calories are in Beef, Tongue?

A 100 g serving of Beef, Tongue has 284 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Beef, Tongue?

Per 100 g there are 19.3 g of protein — about 39% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Beef, Tongue?

Per 100 g there are 22.3 g of fat and 0 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber.

What nutrients is Beef, Tongue high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Protein (39% DV), Iron (15% DV).

Meat & Poultry

Beef, Tongue

Beef, Tongue belongs to the meat & poultry category of our catalog. A 100 g serving provides 284 kcal with 19.3 g of protein, 22.3 g of fat, 0 g of carbohydrate. Its strongest contribution is protein — 39% of the Daily Value per 100 g (see the high protein foods: the best sources to eat guide). Related entries in the same group include Beef, Tongue and Beef, Top Loin Filet, or jump to the full food catalog.

284kcalCalories

19.3gProtein

22.3gFat

0gCarbs

Calorie & macro balance

Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).

284 kcal / 100 g

Protein27.8%19.3 g
Fat72.2%22.3 g
Carbs0%0 g

What this food is high in

Protein 19.3 g / 100 g Iron 2.6 mg / 100 g

Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g. Tap a ring to explore that nutrient across all foods.

Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)

Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV*
Energy
Calories	284 kcal	14%
Macronutrients
Protein	19.3 g	39%
Total Fat	22.3 g	29%
Saturated Fat	8.1 g	41%
Carbohydrate	0 g	0%
Dietary Fiber	0 g	0%
Total Sugars	0 g	0%
Minerals
Sodium	65 mg	3%
Potassium	184 mg	4%
Calcium	5 mg	<1%
Iron	2.6 mg	15%
Magnesium	15 mg	4%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	1.3 mg	1%
Vitamin A	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin D	0.4 mcg	2%
Other
Cholesterol	132 mg	44%

* Percent of the Daily Value (based on a 2,000 kcal diet).

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Beef, Tongue?: A 100 g serving of Beef, Tongue has 284 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Beef, Tongue?: Per 100 g there are 19.3 g of protein — about 39% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Beef, Tongue?: Per 100 g there are 22.3 g of fat and 0 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber.
What nutrients is Beef, Tongue high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Protein (39% DV), Iron (15% DV).

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