Protein in Lamb Loin Chops: How Much per 100g and per Portion
Raw lamb loin chops provide 17.6g of protein per 100g. For every 100 calories, you get 6.4g of protein, which is a useful measure for comparing foods when managing your energy intake. A 100g portion of these raw chops supplies 35% of the UK Reference Intake for protein.
CoFID 18-476 · Lamb, loin chops, raw, lean and fat
What the numbers say
- Protein per calorie. Lamb loin chops offer 6.4g of protein for every 100 kcal. Protein accounts for a quarter (25%) of the total energy in the raw meat.
- High in fat and saturates. According to UK front-of-pack labelling standards, these chops are rated ‘high’ in fat at 23.0g per 100g and ‘high’ in saturated fat at 10.8g per 100g. They are ‘low’ in sugars and salt.
- Zero carbohydrate and fibre. This cut of lamb contains no carbohydrate, sugars, or dietary fibre. All of its energy comes from protein and fat.
Lamb Loin Chops macros per 100g
| Per 100g | Amount | % RI | Colour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 277 kcal 1,150 kJ |
14% | – |
| Protein | 17.6g | 35% | – |
| Fat | 23g | 33% | high |
| of which saturates | 10.8g | 54% | high |
| Carbohydrate | 0g | 0% | – |
| of which sugars | 0g | 0% | low |
| Fibre | 0g | – | – |
| Salt | 0.16g | 3% | low |
% RI is the share of the adult reference intake used on UK food labels (protein 50g, energy 2,000 kcal). Label colour applies the FSA front-of-pack bands for fat, saturates, sugars and salt per 100g. “Trace” means CoFID reports only a trace amount.
Protein in lamb loin chops by amount
| Amount | Protein | kcal | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100g | 17.6g | 277 | 0g | 23g |
| 150g | 26.4g | 416 | 0g | 34.5g |
| 200g | 35.2g | 554 | 0g | 46g |
Example amounts for comparison, not recommended portions. Weigh your own serving.
Amount of lamb loin chops for 20g or 30g of protein
- To get a 30g protein portion, you would need to start with 170g of raw lamb loin chops, which also contains 472 kcal and 39.2g of fat.
- The nutritional information is for raw meat. Remember to weigh your chops before cooking, as they will lose water and fat, changing their final weight.
- A 200g raw portion provides a substantial 35.2g of protein but also comes with 554 kcal and 46.0g of fat.
How it compares with other meats
With 17.6g of protein per 100g, raw lamb loin chops rank 24th out of 28 meats on this site. Their protein-per-calorie score is also relatively low for the group, ranking 26th. For comparison, both beef mince (19.7g) and lamb mince (19.1g) provide more protein per 100g and are more protein-dense per calorie. Lamb loin chops contain more protein than pork sausages (14.5g per 100g) but are less protein-dense per calorie than back bacon rashers.
| Per 100g | Protein | kcal | Protein per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamb Loin Chops | 17.6g | 277 | 6.4g |
| Back Bacon Rashers | 16.5g | 215 | 7.7g |
| Pork Sausages | 14.5g | 294 | 4.9g |
| Beef Mince | 19.7g | 225 | 8.8g |
| Lamb Mince | 19.1g | 196 | 9.7g |
Quick answers
Are lamb loin chops a high-protein food?
Raw lamb loin chops provide 17.6g of protein per 100g. While this is a good amount, they rank lower for protein content compared to many other meats like beef or lamb mince.
How much fat is in lamb loin chops?
They contain 23.0g of fat per 100g, of which 10.8g is saturated fat. This is classified as ‘high’ for both fat and saturated fat under UK front-of-pack labelling guidelines.
How many calories are in a 30g protein serving of lamb loin chops?
To get 30g of protein, you would need a 170g portion of the raw chops, which contains 472 calories.
When to speak to a GP or dietitian
- If you have chronic kidney disease, you may have been given a protein target. Check with your renal team or GP before raising your protein intake.
- If tracking protein or calories starts to feel stressful or takes over your day, talk to your GP. Our safety note lists support services.