Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade
Per 100 g, Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade provides 108 calories, 2.8 g carbohydrate, 13 g protein and 0.6 g fibre.
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Full nutrient breakdown
Proximates
- Protein ProteinBuilds and repairs tissue, drives enzymes and hormones. Made up of amino acids, nine of which the body can't make itself.UK adult RI: 50 g/day13.0g13.0g26%
- Fat FatAll fats combined: saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans. Carries fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) and contributes 9 kcal per gram.UK adult RI: 70 g/day4.90g4.90g7%
- Carbohydrate CarbohydrateAll carbohydrate combined: sugars, starches, and fiber. Calculated by subtracting water + protein + fat + ash from the food's total mass, hence "by difference".UK adult RI: 260 g/day2.80g2.80g1%
- Fiber FiberPlant carbohydrate the body can't digest. Feeds gut bacteria, slows sugar absorption, and supports regular digestion. UK adults: target 30 g/day.UK adult RI: 30 g/day0.60g0.60g2%
Carbohydrates
- Sugars SugarsNaturally-occurring + added sugars combined (mono- and disaccharides).UK adult RI: 90 g/day2.60g2.60g3%
Fats and Fatty Acids
Sterols
Vitamins
- Vitamin C Vitamin CWater-soluble antioxidant + cofactor in collagen synthesis. Lost easily in cooking water and air exposure.UK adult RI: 80 mg/day3.00mg3.00mg4%
- Vitamin B1 (thiamin) Vitamin B1 (thiamin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Whole grains, pork, and legumes are good sources.UK adult RI: 1.1 mg/day0.09mg0.09mg8%
- Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for energy production, cell growth, and skin health. Dairy, eggs, and lean meat are densest.UK adult RI: 1.4 mg/day0.08mg0.08mg6%
- Vitamin B3 (niacin) Vitamin B3 (niacin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for energy metabolism. The body can also make some niacin from the amino acid tryptophan.UK adult RI: 16 mg/day3.30mg3.30mg21%
- Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid)Water-soluble B-vitamin involved in coenzyme A, essential for energy metabolism and the synthesis of hormones, cholesterol, and red blood cells.UK adult RI: 6 mg/day0.31mg0.31mg5%
- Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6Water-soluble B-vitamin for amino acid metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis.UK adult RI: 1.4 mg/day0.24mg0.24mg17%
- Vitamin B7 (biotin) Vitamin B7 (biotin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for fatty acid synthesis and energy metabolism. Widespread in foods, deficiency is rare.UK adult RI: 50 µg/day1.10µg1.10µg2%
- Folate FolateWater-soluble B-vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and cell division. Critical pre-conception and in early pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects.UK adult RI: 200 µg/day8.00µg8.00µg4%
- Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12Water-soluble B-vitamin essential for red blood cell formation and the nervous system. Only found naturally in animal foods, vegans need fortified foods or supplements.UK adult RI: 2.5 µg/day0.90µg0.90µg36%
- Vitamin A Vitamin AFat-soluble vitamin for vision, immune function, and skin. Measured in retinol activity equivalents (RAE) so plant and animal sources are comparable.UK adult RI: 800 µg/day116µg116µg14%
- Vitamin E Vitamin EFat-soluble antioxidant that protects cell membranes from oxidative damage. Nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils are the densest sources.UK adult RI: 12 mg/day1.97mg1.97mg16%
- Vitamin D Vitamin DFat-soluble vitamin essential for calcium absorption and bone health. The skin also synthesises it from sunlight, so dietary intake matters most over winter.UK adult RI: 5 µg/day0.30µg0.30µg6%
Minerals
- Calcium CalciumMajor mineral for bone density, muscle contraction, and nerve signalling.UK adult RI: 800 mg/day16.0mg16.0mg2%
- Iron IronCarries oxygen in haemoglobin. Plant (non-heme) iron absorbs less efficiently than meat (heme) iron, pair with vitamin C to boost absorption.UK adult RI: 14 mg/day1.19mg1.19mg9%
- Magnesium MagnesiumCofactor in 300+ enzyme reactions, energy metabolism, muscle relaxation, blood pressure regulation.UK adult RI: 375 mg/day17.0mg17.0mg5%
- Phosphorus PhosphorusMajor mineral for bones, energy storage (ATP), and cell membranes. Widespread in protein-rich foods.UK adult RI: 700 mg/day115mg115mg16%
- Potassium PotassiumElectrolyte mineral that counters sodium's effect on blood pressure. Concentrated in fruit, vegetables, beans, and dairy.UK adult RI: 2,000 mg/day305mg305mg15%
- Sodium SodiumMineral mostly consumed as salt (sodium chloride). Excess raises blood pressure in salt-sensitive people.UK adult RI: 2,400 mg/day186mg186mg8%
- Zinc ZincTrace mineral for immune function, wound healing, and sense of taste. Best absorbed from animal foods; phytates in grains reduce uptake.UK adult RI: 10 mg/day2.50mg2.50mg25%
- Copper CopperTrace mineral involved in iron metabolism and connective tissue.UK adult RI: 1 mg/day0.08mg0.08mg8%
- Manganese ManganeseTrace mineral for bone formation and antioxidant enzymes.UK adult RI: 2 mg/day0.07mg0.07mg4%
- Iodine IodineTrace mineral essential for thyroid hormone synthesis. Dairy, seafood, and iodised salt are the main sources.UK adult RI: 150 µg/day8.00µg8.00µg5%
- Selenium SeleniumTrace mineral that supports thyroid hormone metabolism and antioxidant defence. Brazil nuts are the densest source.UK adult RI: 55 µg/day4.00µg4.00µg7%
Other
- Chlorine, Cl286mg286mg36%
Composition and calculated figures
What 100 g is made of, by weight
- Water76.9 g
- Carbohydrate2.8 g
- Fibre0.6 g
- Protein13 g
- Fat4.9 g
- Other1.8 g
Calculated from this food's data, per 100 g
- Net carbs
- 2.8 g
- This source reports available carbohydrate, which already leaves fibre out.
- Potassium to sodium
- 1.6 to 1
- 305 mg of potassium and 186 mg of sodium, by weight.
- PRAL (acid load)
- 3.6 mEq
- Acid-forming. Potential renal acid load, from protein, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and calcium (Remer and Manz).
Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade: key facts
- How many calories are in Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade?
- Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade has 108 calories per 100 g.
- How much protein is in Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade?
- Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade provides 13 g of protein per 100 g.
- How many carbs are in Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade?
- Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade contains 2.8 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, including 0.6 g of fibre.
- How much fat is in Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade?
- Bolognese sauce (with meat), made with extra lean minced beef, homemade has 4.9 g of fat per 100 g.
Values shown for the selected serving and per 100 g. % RI follows the UK / EU Reference Intakes (Reg. 1169/2011) for adults and children 4 + years. Reference only, not medical or dietary advice (Terms & Conditions §3).