Ribeye Steak vs Duck Breast (skinless)

Side-by-side macro comparison. Ribeye Steak vs Duck Breast (skinless) per their standard serving sizes.

Ribeye Steak

per 100g cooked

291 cal
24g Protein
0g Carbs
21g Fat
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vs

Duck Breast (skinless)

per 100g cooked

140 cal
23g Protein
0g Carbs
5g Fat
Full Duck Breast (skinless) macros →

Macro Comparison Table

Macro Ribeye Steak Duck Breast (skinless) Difference
Calories 291 cal 140 cal +108% Ribeye
Protein 24g 23g +4% Ribeye
Carbs 0g 0g 0% Ribeye
Fat 21g 5g +320% Ribeye

Differences shown relative to Ribeye Steak. Positive = Ribeye Steak has more.

Quick Take

Ribeye Steak delivers 291 calories per serving with 24g protein, 0g carbs, and 21g fat. Duck Breast (skinless) delivers 140 calories with 23g protein, 0g carbs, and 5g fat. The most meaningful difference: Duck Breast (skinless) saves 151 calories per serving — meaningful over a week of meals. Both deliver similar protein density.

When to Pick Each

For Cutting / Weight Loss

When cutting on a tight calorie budget, Duck Breast (skinless) gives you 151 more calories of headroom per serving — that's room for an extra snack, more vegetables, or a higher-protein second portion. If protein density matters more (which it does for preserving muscle on a deficit), Duck Breast (skinless) delivers more grams of protein per calorie consumed.

For Bulking / Muscle Gain

For muscle gain, you want calories AND protein. Ribeye Steak brings 291 calories — useful when you're chasing a surplus and struggling to eat enough. Ribeye Steak delivers 24g of protein per serving, which directly feeds muscle protein synthesis. The best pick depends on whether you need more total calories or more usable protein.

For Keto / Low-Carb

Both Ribeye Steak and Duck Breast (skinless) are keto-friendly with under 10g carbs per serving.

Frequently Asked

Which has more protein, Ribeye Steak or Duck Breast (skinless)?

Ribeye Steak has more protein: 24g vs 23g per serving. That's a difference of 1g.

Which has fewer calories, Ribeye Steak or Duck Breast (skinless)?

Duck Breast (skinless) has 140 calories per serving vs 291 calories in Ribeye Steak — a difference of 151 calories.

Is Ribeye Steak or Duck Breast (skinless) better for keto?

Duck Breast (skinless) is the better keto choice at 0g carbs per serving vs 0g carbs in Ribeye Steak.

Is Ribeye Steak or Duck Breast (skinless) better for weight loss?

For weight loss, Duck Breast (skinless) gives you more calorie flexibility (151 cal less per serving). For preserving muscle during a deficit, Duck Breast (skinless) delivers more protein per calorie. Most people on cuts benefit from Duck Breast (skinless).

Which Is Better for Your Goal?

🔥 Weight Loss

Duck Breast (skinless)

Higher protein-to-calorie density + lower absolute fat = more satiety per calorie.

💪 Muscle Gain

Ribeye Steak

Higher absolute protein per serving better supports muscle protein synthesis.

🥑 Low-Carb / Keto

tie

Lower carbohydrate content fits keto and low-carb macros without burning your carb budget.

Both fit most balanced diets. These verdicts reflect macro-only comparisons — taste, satiety, cost, and personal preference also matter.

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