Food guide

Beef Heart

A lean muscle organ, high in protein, iron and B vitamins, with a texture closer to steak than liver.

Meat & PoultryProtein-Rich

Beef Heart, a nutrient-dense meat & poultry food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of beef heart, cooked for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g cooked — 165 kcal per 100 g serving.

Nutrition information for Beef Heart
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	165 kcal	165 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	28.5 g	28.5 g	17.3 g
Carbohydrate	0.2 g	0.2 g	0.1 g
Fat	4.7 g	4.7 g	2.8 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of beef heart, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Beef Heart
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0.1 µg	0.1 µg	<1%
Vitamin E	0.29 mg	0.29 mg	2%
Vitamin K	0.5 µg	0.5 µg	<1%
Thiamin	0.1 mg	0.1 mg	8%
Riboflavin	1.2 mg	1.2 mg	92%
Niacin	6.7 mg	6.7 mg	42%
Vitamin B6	0.25 mg	0.25 mg	15%
Folate	5 µg	5 µg	1%
Vitamin B12	10.8 µg	10.8 µg	450%
Pantothenic acid	1.6 mg	1.6 mg	32%
Choline	229 mg	229 mg	42%
Minerals
Calcium	5 mg	5 mg	<1%
Iron	6.4 mg	6.4 mg	36%
Magnesium	21 mg	21 mg	5%
Phosphorus	254 mg	254 mg	20%
Potassium	219 mg	219 mg	5%
Sodium	59 mg	59 mg	3%
Zinc	2.9 mg	2.9 mg	26%
Selenium	38.9 µg	38.9 µg	71%
Copper	0.56 mg	0.56 mg	62%
Manganese	0.033 mg	0.033 mg	1%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Beef, variety meats and by-products, heart, cooked, simmered

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat beef heart?

A concentrated protein food for the calories it costs.
A lean muscle organ, high in protein, iron and B vitamins, with a texture closer to steak than liver.

How to include it

Cook to a safe temperature and serve with vegetables or a whole grain.
Typical pairing ideas: Onion, Chili, Cumin.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.