Ostrich, outside leg, raw
* 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 | 17% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 23% | |
| Niacin | 4.9 MG | 31% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.2 MG | 24% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 32% | |
| Folate, total | 8 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 5.2 UG | 217% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 5 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 2.7 MG | 15% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 23 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 221 MG | 18% | |
| Potassium, K | 322 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 90 MG | 4% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.9 MG | 35% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 16% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 36.6 UG | 67% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 115 kcal per 100g.
- Excellent source of protein with 22.9g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (2.0g per 100g).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (35% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (67% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Riboflavin (23% DV).
About Ostrich, outside leg, raw
Outside leg from ostrich is one of the leaner cuts on the bird, with very low fat and strong protein. The outside leg sees more movement than the fan or loin, so the muscle fibers are slightly denser and the flavor a touch more pronounced. It suits slow braising or thin slicing against the grain for tenderness. No carbohydrate, essentially pure protein and a trace of fat.
Dietary Information
Ostrich, outside leg, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Ostrich, outside leg, raw include Vitamin B-12 (217% DV) , Selenium, Se (67% DV) , Zinc, Zn (35% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (32% DV) , and Niacin (31% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 115 calories per 100 grams, Ostrich, outside leg, raw gets 80% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 15% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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