Top RoundNutrition reference
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Top Round

Top round is a lean cut of beef from the hind leg, used for roasts and steaks. Per 100 g it provides about 141 calories with 21.5 g protein.

140.6
kcalper 100g
Carbs
0.85g
Protein
21.48g
Fat
5.7g
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Nutrition facts

Per 100 grams

Reference values
Measurement basis
Food state
Raw, boneless, USDA Choice
Edible portion
Raw boneless beef top round, Choice grade
Measurement basis
Per 100 g raw edible portion
Energy (kcal)
140.6 kcal
Protein
21.475 g
Carbohydrates
0.852 g
Fat
5.703 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Saturated fat
1.695 g
Sodium
45.54 mg
More nutrients8
Energy (kJ)
588.4 kJ
Trans fat
0.2283 g
Cholesterol
59.26 mg
Calcium
4.07 mg
Potassium
351.5 mg
Magnesium
22.08 mg
Iron
1.901 mg
Zinc
3.778 mg

Data sources

3
  1. 1

    USDA FoodData Central — Foundation Foods, FDC 2646173

    2646173 · Foundation Foods April 2026; 2023-10-26

  2. 2

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

    173983 · SR Legacy April 2018; 2019-04-01

  3. 3

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

    173996 · SR Legacy April 2018; 2019-04-01

About this food

Understanding this nutrition reference

Top round is a lean, economical cut of beef from the hind leg. It is usually roasted whole or cut into steaks, and it benefits from marinating or slow cooking.

Nutritionally, top round is high in protein and low in fat. Per 100 g of raw top round provides about 141 kcal, 21.5 g of protein, and 5.7 g of fat.

Top round is one of the leaner cuts of beef. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Plan your portion

How much is in your serving of Top Round?

Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of raw top round. A typical 4 oz portion (about 113 g) provides roughly 159 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Calculated from the per-100-g reference. Values are rounded.
ServingWeightCaloriesCarbsProteinFat
100 g100 g140.6 kcal0.9 g21.5 g5.7 g
4 oz113 g158.9 kcal1 g24.3 g6.4 g
8 oz227 g319.2 kcal1.9 g48.7 g12.9 g

Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.

Energy (kcal)
140.6 kcal
Energy (kJ)
588.4 kJ
Protein
21.475 g
Carbohydrates
0.852 g
Fat
5.703 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Saturated fat
1.695 g
Trans fat
0.2283 g
Cholesterol
59.26 mg
Sodium
45.54 mg
Calcium
4.07 mg
Potassium
351.5 mg
Magnesium
22.08 mg
Iron
1.901 mg
Zinc
3.778 mg

Questions and answers

Top Round nutrition FAQ

How many calories are in top round?

Top round provides about 141 calories per 100 g. A typical 4 oz portion (about 113 g) provides roughly 159 calories.

Is top round high in protein?

Yes. Top round provides about 21.5 g of protein per 100 g.

Is top round lean?

Yes. Top round provides only about 5.7 g of fat per 100 g, making it one of the leaner cuts of beef.