How much beef jerky do I need for 30 g of protein?

About 91 g — roughly 3.2 oz — of beef jerky provides 30 g of protein, based on its 33 g of protein per 100 g.

How much protein is in beef jerky?

Beef jerky has about 33 g of protein per 100 g, at roughly 410 kcal per 100 g.

Is beef jerky a good way to hit protein goals on a GLP-1?

Yes — beef jerky is protein-dense, so a modest portion goes a long way when your appetite is reduced.

How much beef jerky to hit 30 g of protein?

You’d need about

91 g

roughly 3.2 oz · 373 kcal

Beef jerky is one of the most protein-dense foods you can eat, so it takes only about 91 g (3.2 oz) to reach 30 g of protein. That makes it an efficient choice on a low-appetite day, when every bite has to count.

33 gprotein / 100 g

410kcal / 100 g

8.0 gprotein / 100 kcal

How much beef jerky for different protein targets

Protein target	Beef jerky	In ounces
15 g	45 g	1.6 oz
20 g	61 g	2.1 oz
25 g	76 g	2.7 oz
30 g	91 g	3.2 oz
40 g	121 g	4.3 oz
50 g	152 g	5.3 oz

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Questions

How much beef jerky do I need for 30 g of protein?: About 91 g — roughly 3.2 oz — of beef jerky provides 30 g of protein, based on its 33 g of protein per 100 g.
How much protein is in beef jerky?: Beef jerky has about 33 g of protein per 100 g, at roughly 410 kcal per 100 g.
Is beef jerky a good way to hit protein goals on a GLP-1?: Yes — beef jerky is protein-dense, so a modest portion goes a long way when your appetite is reduced.

Figures are approximate estimates per 100 g and vary by brand, cut, and preparation. This is general information, not medical or nutritional advice. See our Medical Disclaimer.