Beef jerky nutrition facts vary by brand and flavor, but quality whole muscle jerky delivers a consistent profile that makes it one of the most efficient packaged snacks available. Here is a complete breakdown of what you get in every serving of Simply Beef Jerky.
Calories Per Serving
A 1 oz serving of Simply Beef Jerky contains 70 to 90 calories depending on the flavor. Classic Original and Black Pepper and Sea Salt sit at the lower end of that range. Sweeter flavors like Teriyaki and Garlic and Brown Sugar run slightly higher due to the natural sugars in their marinades. The Filet Mignon line falls in a similar range, with the premium cut not adding significant extra calories.
For reference, a standard bag contains approximately 2.5 servings, putting a full bag between 175 and 225 calories total.
Protein: The Main Event
Simply Beef Jerky delivers 8 to 10 grams of protein per 1 oz serving. Classic Original and Teriyaki lead the lineup at 10g per serving. This is complete protein from whole muscle beef, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids your body cannot produce on its own. No protein powder, no soy protein isolate added to pad the number.
On a per-calorie basis, the protein density of quality beef jerky rivals almost any packaged snack. Compare it to typical protein bars that deliver similar protein at 200 or more calories, and the math strongly favors jerky.
Carbohydrates and Sugar
Carbohydrate content across Simply Beef Jerky flavors ranges from 3 to 6 grams per serving. The variation comes directly from the marinade. Classic Original and Black Pepper and Sea Salt are at the low end, making them ideal for keto and low-carb approaches. Teriyaki and Bourbon Whiskey are higher due to natural sugars used in the marinade for flavor development.
For a detailed look at which flavors work best for keto, read our article on beef jerky and the keto diet.
Sodium: What to Expect
Sodium content ranges from approximately 350 to 600 mg per 1 oz serving. Sodium is a natural part of the preservation process that makes jerky shelf-stable without refrigeration, and it is a core flavor component. Classic Original and Black Pepper and Sea Salt run lower. Korean BBQ and Teriyaki are on the higher end due to soy-based marinades.
For most healthy adults, the sodium in a serving of jerky is not a concern. If you are managing sodium for medical reasons, stick to the lower-sodium flavors and factor it into your daily total.
Fat Content
Whole muscle beef jerky is naturally low in fat. Simply Beef Jerky contains 1 to 3 grams of fat per serving. This is primarily from the natural fat present in the beef itself. The drying process removes most moisture and concentrates the protein, which is why jerky delivers high protein at relatively low calories and fat.
How Flavors Affect the Numbers
The marinade is the variable. Flavors built on soy, salt, and spice (Classic Original, Black Pepper and Sea Salt, Filet Mignon Original) stay at the clean low end of every metric. Flavors with sweeter profiles (Teriyaki, Garlic and Brown Sugar, Bourbon Whiskey) have moderately higher carb and sugar numbers, though still well within a reasonable range for any active adult.
The protein number stays consistent across all flavors because the protein comes from the beef, not the marinade. That is the one number you can count on no matter which flavor you choose.
