Calories in Bacon (raw)

Bacon (raw) has about 137 calories per 2 strips (30 g), with 3.5 g protein, 0.2 g carbs and 13.5 g fat. Per 100 g it has 458 kcal.

Good protein sourceEnergy-denseHigh sodiumMostly fat
137kcal
Calories · 2 strips (30 g)
3.5g
Protein · 2 strips (30 g)
0.2g
Carbs · 2 strips (30 g)
13.5g
Fat · 2 strips (30 g)
Carbs 1%Protein 10%Fat 89%share of calories

Bacon (raw) calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
2 strips (30 g)137 kcal3.5 g0.2 g13.5 g
100 g458 kcal11.6 g0.7 g45 g

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Bacon (raw) nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer 2 strips (30 g)
Calories458 kcal137 kcal
Protein11.6 g3.5 g
Carbohydrates0.7 g0.2 g
Fat45 g13.5 g
Fibre0 g0 g
Sugar0 g0 g
Sodium1400 mg420 mg
Calcium15 mg5 mg
Iron0.5 mg0.2 mg
Potassium180 mg54 mg
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are for the ready-to-eat form unless the name says raw or dry, and vary with recipe, oil and portion.

Coach's take: is Bacon (raw) healthy?

  • ●Bacon (raw) is calorie-dense, so portions add up fast at 458 kcal per 100 g. About 1% of its calories come from carbs, 10% from protein and 89% from fat.
  • ●On a fat-loss diet, measure your portion. 2 strips (30 g) already adds 137 kcal, and it's easy to eat more than you meant to.
  • ●It's low in protein (3.5 g in 2 strips (30 g)), so if you're building muscle, pair it with dal, paneer, curd, eggs or chicken.
  • ●It's high in sodium (1400 mg per 100 g). Keep portions in check if you're watching your blood pressure.

To burn it off: 2 strips (30 g) (137 kcal) takes about 27 min of brisk walking or 12 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Bacon (raw): frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one serving of Bacon (raw)?

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One serving of Bacon (raw), 2 strips (30 g), has roughly 137 calories, with 3.5 g protein, 0.2 g carbohydrates, 13.5 g fat and 0 g fibre.

How many calories are in 100 g of Bacon (raw)?

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100 g of Bacon (raw) has 458 kcal, with 11.6 g protein, 0.7 g carbs, 45 g fat, 0 g fibre and 0 g sugar.

How much protein is in Bacon (raw)?

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Bacon (raw) has 11.6 g protein per 100 g (3.5 g in 2 strips (30 g)). Protein provides about 10% of its calories.

Is Bacon (raw) good for weight loss?

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Only in measured portions. At 458 kcal per 100 g it is calorie-dense, so portions add up fast. 2 strips (30 g) adds 137 kcal, so count it within your daily target.

How long does it take to burn off one serving of Bacon (raw)?

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Burning roughly 137 kcal takes about 27 minutes of brisk walking or 12 minutes of running for a 70 kg adult. It takes longer if you're lighter and less time if you're heavier.

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