Generally, grass fed beef is considered to be a healthier option than grain-fed beef. Pound for pound, it has less total fat, and therefore less calories. The nutritional content of that fat is also different. For example, grass fed beef has as much as five times the amount of omega-3 fatty acids as regular grain fed beef.

Grass-fed beef is often leaner and may have a different texture. Even though grass-fed beef contains higher amounts of certain nutrients, there is currently no compelling evidence that it’s significantly healthier than grain-fed beef in the context of a balanced diet. In the end, the choice depends on your preferences and ideals.

Grass fed beef usually tastes bland, and feels dry and tough because it’s so much lower in fat. It’s easy to over cook it. Fat is flavor and when that’s taken away, the flavor of the beef really suffers. Grain fed beef has more fat and that fat adds juiciness and flavor. It’s not a gamey taste–just richer than grass fed and I think it’s sweeter.