Beef ribeye steak, lean and fat (raw)
Rich and calorie-dense. It fits a bulk or keto better than a cut.
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Beef ribeye steak, lean and fat for gym-goers
Per 100 g, beef ribeye steak, lean and fat (raw) provides 248 kcal, 18.9 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate (0 g fiber, 0 g sugars) and 19.2 g fat (7.8 g saturated). With 7.6 g of protein per 100 kcal, it adds a useful amount of protein on top of its other nutrients.
A typical serving (1 steak, about 250 g) comes to roughly 620 kcal and 47.3 g protein.
These are typical averages. Brand, variety, ripeness and cooking method all shift the numbers, so weigh food in the same state (raw or cooked) as the entry you log.
About Beef ribeye steak, lean and fat
This ribeye entry includes both the lean and the fat, weighed raw. The marbling everyone loves pushes it to about 248 kcal per 100 g, with nearly as much fat as protein. It's among the most calorie-dense common steaks, and it still brings iron, zinc and B12.
In a gym diet
Ribeye belongs on a bulk or a keto plan, where the fat means dense calories and great flavor. A 250 g steak supplies a very large protein dose, but also enough calories to eat up much of a day's budget on a cut. The richness helps when your appetite is low and your calorie target isn't. As a premium cut, it's an occasional meal for most lifters.
Preparation and cooking
Cook it hot and fast to medium-rare or medium so the fat renders and the meat stays tender. Some fat melts into the pan, but much of it stays put, so log the raw weight here. Trimming the bigger fat pockets before you eat cuts the calories noticeably.
Buying and storage
Look for even marbling and firm, bright red meat. It keeps in the fridge for 3–5 days, or freeze it for longer.
Things to watch
Ribeye is high in saturated fat. If you're managing blood lipids, ask your clinician how big and how frequent your portions should be. A large steak with butter can top 1,000 kcal, so watch what you add.
Meal ideas
- Bulking dinner: ribeye, baked potato with sour cream and roasted asparagus.
- Keto plate: ribeye with garlic butter mushrooms and spinach.
- Steak and eggs: sliced ribeye with scrambled eggs and toast.
Nutrient highlights
Excellent source (20% DV or more per 100 g): Vitamin B12 (79%) and Zinc (40%).
Good source (10–19% DV per 100 g): Iron (10%).
How it ranks among 17 Meat & Poultry
| Protein per 100 kcal | 7.6 g | #14 of 17 |
| Protein per 100 g | 18.9 g | #13 of 17 |
| Fiber per 100 g | 0 g | #2 of 17 |
| Lowest calories per 100 g | 248 kcal | #15 of 17 |
Ranked within this category of the gym.diet food database (1 = best for that measure).
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Source
Approximate per-100 g values compiled from USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy / Foundation Foods), rounded. Daily Values are the U.S. FDA reference amounts for adults (2,000 kcal diet).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in beef ribeye steak, lean and fat?
Beef ribeye steak, lean and fat (raw) has about 248 kcal per 100 g, or roughly 620 kcal per 1 steak (250 g).
How much protein is in beef ribeye steak, lean and fat?
About 18.9 g of protein per 100 g and 47.3 g per 1 steak. That works out to 7.6 g per 100 kcal, so it's a moderate protein source.
Is beef ribeye steak, lean and fat good for cutting or bulking?
It works in either phase. What matters is how it fits into your total calories and protein for the day.
Is ribeye too fatty for building muscle?
No. Its protein is high quality and supports muscle growth just fine. The question is calories: ribeye fits a bulk easily but takes careful planning on a cut.
How can I make ribeye leaner?
Trim the outer fat and larger pockets, skip the butter baste and keep the portion moderate. Or pick sirloin for a similar steak with much less fat.
Nutrition Facts
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. Values approximate.