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Ground Meat Preparations Roundup

We analyzed 7 products to help you choose the healthiest & safest options.

Finding the perfect Ground Meat Preparations shouldn't feel like a guessing game. At CakeID, we take food transparency seriously. We have analyzed over 7 products in this category, breaking down every ingredient list to uncover hidden additives, excessive sugar levels, and potential allergens.

Whether you are searching for strictly Vegan options, Gluten-Free snacks, or simply want to avoid high-processed foods, our algorithm ranks products based on a comprehensive Health Score. Below is our definitive ranking of the safest and healthiest Ground Meat Preparations you can buy in 2026, sorted by their ingredient purity.

Editor's Quick Picks

Detailed Reviews

Calories
309
Protein
15g
Kroger

Ground Beef

Ingredients: GROUND BEEF.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
260
Protein
13g
Great Value

Italian Style Meatballs

Ingredients: BEEF, PORK WATER TEXTURED SOY FLOUR BREAD CRUMBS (WHEAT FLOUR, SALT YEAST) DEXTROSE, SEASONING (PARMESAN CHEESE (PART-SKIM MiLK: CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], DEXTROS SPICES, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, PARSLEN ONION POWDER, SPICE EXTRACTIVES), SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SALT

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
177
Protein
17g
Trader Joes

Grass fed angus beef burgers

Ingredients: GROUND GRASS FED ANGUS BEEF

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
266
Protein
14g
Great Value

Beef Burgers

Ingredients: 100% pure ground beef.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
256
Protein
13g
Kirkland

Cooked Meatballs Italian Style Beef

Ingredients: GROUND BEEF, WATER BREAD CRUMBS (ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SALT, LEAVENING (SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE) VEGETABLE OIL (CANOLA &/OR SUNFLOWER), DEXTROSE, YEAST, SPICE EXTRACTIVES), SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, DEXTROSE, SALT, MUSTARD, SPICES, DEHYDRATED GREEN BEL PEPPER, DEHYDRATED RED BELL PEPPER, PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), ROMANO CHEESE FROM COW'S MILK (CULTURED PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), DEHYDRATED GARLIC, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, CHILI PEPPER, NATURAL FLAVORS, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
0
Sugar
0g
BORGOBUONO

POLPETTONE CON SPECK

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
211
Protein
13g
Marque Repère, Chantegril, Férial

Le Super Tendre Γ  l'oignon

Ingredients: Le super tendre a l'oignon viande de boeuf (48%), proteines de {allergene}soja{/allergene} rehydratees (30%), eau, oignons rehydrates (4%), gras de boeuf, chapelure ({allergene}ble{/allergene}), sel, aromes, maltodextrine, betterave rouge deshydratee. {traces}traces d'oeuf, lait, gluten. pourcentage de matieres grasses inferieur a 15%. rapport collagene sur proteines de viande inferieur a 15%. ce produit ne contient que de la viande de bovins, nes, eleves et abattus en france. elabore en france.{/traces}

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are products in the Ground Meat Preparations category always vegan?+
Not necessarily. We analyzed over 7 products in the Ground Meat Preparations category on CakeID. While some are plant-based, many contain hidden animal ingredients like milk powder, whey, or gelatin. Always check the "Is Vegan" status on our product pages.
How does CakeID rank the best Ground Meat Preparations?+
We rank Ground Meat Preparations based on their nutritional value, ingredient cleanliness (fewer additives), and vegan compatibility. Products with lower sugar and simpler ingredients rank higher.
Can I find low-calorie Ground Meat Preparations here?+
Yes! Our list highlights the nutritional details of each product. Look for the "Calories" badge on the product cards above to find low-calorie options.