Meat and seafood are primary protein sources, but their nutritional values vary by cut and preparation. From the benefits of swordfish to the digestibility of red meat, learn the facts about calories and protein in your favorite proteins.
The calories in an 8-ounce ribeye steak vary anywhere from 400 to 565 calories, depending on the type of steak. On top of that, if you use a tablespoon of oil to keep your steak from sticking to the grill, you’ll add an extra 120 calories to your entrée.
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Worcestershire sauce is a complex sauce typically used to provide an array of sweet, sour and salty flavors to cooked meats. There are many ingredients in Worcestershire sauce, such as Lea and Perrins Worcestershire Sauce. It is important to note that this sauce is not vegan as it contains a substantial amount of fish.
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Meat serves as one of the main sources of protein in the diets of many Americans, and choosing lean meats helps you boost your protein intake healthfully.
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Tilapia is a low-calorie fish that is rich in nutrients. Bake tilapia instead of frying to save calories and eliminate unwanted fat.
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Low in calories, high in protein, sea scallops lend themselves to a variety of cooking methods that won't add fat to this seafood delicacy. You can steam, sear or grill these tender mollusks and enjoy their mild flavor along with their health benefits.
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Because it's still an exotic meat, most Americans encounter ostrich as a food source in between two hamburger buns. Ostrich patties provide a healthy alternative to ground beef patties, and many people consider them tastier and more interesting than turkey or chicken.
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A hot dog is commonly served in a bun and smothered with chili, relish, cheese and even bacon. A "stand-alone" hot dog -- that is, one without a bun and condiments -- has a significantly different nutrient profile from the "full-dressed" hot dog.
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Fried shrimp may please your palate, but they’re not the healthiest item on the menu. Plain shrimp are naturally very lean and low in calories. As soon as you batter them up and place them in hot oil though, you’re adding a lot of calories, saturated fat and cholesterol to your plate.
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Nutrition facts for a chicken wrap will depend on the type. You can prepare your own wrap or buy a restaurant version. Calories in chicken wraps range considerably, depending on ingredients and serving size. Nutrient content will vary as well.
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Fish make up an important part of a healthful diet, and you should eat it twice per week, advises the American Heart Association. But some types of fish should be eaten in moderation because of their mercury content.
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You might be surprised to learn how many calories a simple tuna melt can contain. Tuna itself isn't high in calories, but bind it together with mayonnaise, spread it on bread and melt cheese on top and the calories start to add up.
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Not all cuts of beef are high in calories. But the more fat you see around the sides, the more calories you’ll get from your favorite entrée. All of the calories in steak come from protein and fat -- cuts of beef do not contain carbs.
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Like baseball games and bar-b-ques, pork plays a major role in the American diet and you can find some form of pork at any event. You encounter pork in the form of baked ham for Christmas dinner, as hot dogs at ball games, and as a standard breakfast meat.
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Each 2-ounce serving of roast beef has approximately 70 calories. Usually 2 ounces is about two regular slices, or four thinly-sliced pieces, although if you’re carefully keeping tabs on your calories, weigh your slices first to be sure.
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Subway's Steak & Cheese is made with thin slices of steak topped with melted cheese. It is one of several Select sandwiches the chain offers; others include the Subway Club and the Chicken & Bacon Ranch sandwich.
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Mussels are a type of shellfish and the method for farming them is environmentally sound, making them a "best choice" according to the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Mussels may be served cooked in or out of their shell, but are also available smoked, canned, or frozen.
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Beach Cliff, a company that produces kosher canned foods, was established in 1927. The company offers a variety of seafood choices, including sardines in mustard sauce and fish steak in soybean oil.
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If you eat your lobster dripping with butter, it isn't all that healthy, but if you forgo the butter, you can enjoy this delicious type of seafood in moderation. It is relatively high in cholesterol and sodium and a source of mercury, so you shouldn't eat it every day.
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Top sirloin steak can certainly be lean and low in calories, but if you’re one who prefers a lot of marbling -- or ribbons of fat -- in your steak, you’ll get way more fat and calories than you may realize.
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Skinless chicken breasts are often recommended for dieters because of their high protein content and low fat content. Skinless chicken thighs offer important nutrients, are high in protein and tend to be moister and more flavorful than breasts.
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