Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10)
Fresh Meats & Poultry · 9 specs
Direct Answer
Ground American bison (Bison bison) is naturally lean game red meat. Per 100g raw, it delivers 146 kcal, 20.2g protein, 7.21g total fat (2.9g saturated), 55mg cholesterol, and 2.76mg heme iron.
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 172828) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Energy / Calories | 146 kcal |
| Protein | 20.2 g |
| Total Fat | 7.21 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2.90 g |
| Cholesterol | 55.0 mg |
| Heme Iron | 2.76 mg |
| Sodium | 68.0 mg |
| Potassium | 342 mg |
| USDA Safe Internal Temp | 71°C (160°F) (Ground game meat) |
Lean Grassland Game Profile
Bison offers a sweeter, richer iron flavor than commercial beef while naturally carrying fewer calories and lower saturated fat per serving.
Technical Comparisons
Compare all in Fresh Meats & Poultry →
Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10) vs Beef Ribeye Steak (USDA Choice)
→
Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10) vs Beef Tenderloin (Filet Mignon)
→
Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10) vs Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
→
Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10) vs Chicken Thigh (Skinless, Boneless)
→
Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10) vs Duck Breast (Skinless)
→
Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10) vs Ground Beef (80/20 Chuck)
→
Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10) vs Ground Beef (90/10 Sirloin)
→
Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10) vs Lamb Leg (Lean Trimmed)
→