Pheasant, leg, meat only, 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 | 6 MG | 7% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 16% | |
| Niacin | 3.7 MG | 23% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.0 MG | 19% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.7 MG | 44% | |
| Folate, total | 10 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.8 UG | 35% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 59 UG | 7% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 29 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.8 MG | 10% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 20 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 280 MG | 22% | |
| Potassium, K | 296 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 45 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.5 MG | 14% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 12% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 15.3 UG | 28% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 22.2g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (22% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (28% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (23% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (44% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-12 (35% DV).
About Pheasant, leg, meat only, raw
Pheasant leg meat, skin removed, is strikingly lean. The raw figures show a high protein-to-fat ratio that competes favorably with chicken breast, though the texture and flavor are decidedly more robust. Leg meat is naturally tougher than breast, so braising or slow moist cooking unlocks it properly. No carbohydrates. For game-bird beginners, the leg is an affordable entry point into pheasant cookery.
Dietary Information
Pheasant, leg, meat only, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pheasant, leg, meat only, raw include Vitamin B-6 (44% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (35% DV) , Selenium, Se (28% DV) , Niacin (23% DV) , and Phosphorus, P (22% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 134 calories per 100 grams, Pheasant, leg, meat only, raw gets 66% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 29% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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