Ostrich, inside leg, cooked
* 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.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 20% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 23% | |
| Niacin | 7.3 MG | 45% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.3 MG | 27% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.6 MG | 33% | |
| Folate, total | 16 UG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 6.4 UG | 265% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 6 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 3.1 MG | 17% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 244 MG | 20% | |
| Potassium, K | 352 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 83 MG | 4% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.7 MG | 43% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 16% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 36.5 UG | 66% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 29.0g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (1.9g per 100g).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (20% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (43% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (66% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Thiamin (20% DV).
About Ostrich, inside leg, cooked
Cooked ostrich inside leg intensifies what the raw cut already does well: high protein, minimal fat, zero carbohydrates. Cooking drives off moisture and firms the muscle, but the result is still tender relative to other very lean meats if not overcooked. The flavor deepens slightly with heat, taking on a subtle richness despite the low fat content. Ostrich inside leg works in any application calling for lean beef, including stir-fries, medallions, or thin-sliced preparations over greens. Athletes and people on high-protein, low-fat eating plans frequently seek it out as an alternative to chicken breast when they want red meat flavor without the fat.
Dietary Information
Ostrich, inside leg, cooked is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Ostrich, inside leg, cooked include Vitamin B-12 (265% DV) , Selenium, Se (66% DV) , Niacin (45% DV) , Zinc, Zn (43% DV) , and Vitamin B-6 (33% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 141 calories per 100 grams, Ostrich, inside leg, cooked gets 82% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 12% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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