Know what is on your plate.
Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised
Explore the nutrition, choose your serving, and see how this food fits your day.
Your nutrition snapshot
Buy on AmazonMacronutrient proportions by weight
Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 32.7 MG | 36% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Niacin | 2.5 MG | 16% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.6 MG | 12% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Folate, total | 8 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.6 UG | 108% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 12 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 11 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 5.4 MG | 30% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 10 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 178 MG | 14% | |
| Potassium, K | 173 MG | 4% | |
| Sodium, Na | 101 MG | 4% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.6 MG | 15% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 25% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 50.3 UG | 91% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 20.4g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (30% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (25% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (91% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (36% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin B-12 (108% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised
Braised beef lungs are lean and protein-rich, firming up considerably during cooking as the spongy raw texture transforms into something closer to a dense, chewy meat. The flavor is mild for an organ meat. As noted with the raw entry, beef lung is not permitted in commercially sold human food in the U.S., making this primarily a reference data point. In other countries it appears in stews and spiced preparations.
Dietary Information
Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised include Vitamin B-12 (108% DV) , Selenium, Se (91% DV) , Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (36% DV) , Iron, Fe (30% DV) , and Copper, Cu (25% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 120 calories per 100 grams, Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised gets 68% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 28% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
Compare Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised
See how Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised compares to other foods in terms of nutrition:
- Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised vs Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, cooked, grilled
- Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised vs Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, cooked, grilled
- Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised vs Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw
- Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised vs Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, raw
More in Beef Products
Browse all foods in the Beef Products category to compare nutrition facts and find the best options for your diet.