Squab, (pigeon), light meat without skin, 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 | 5.1 MG | 6% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 20% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 19% | |
| Niacin | 7.3 MG | 46% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.8 MG | 16% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 31% | |
| Folate, total | 4 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.5 UG | 20% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 17 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 10 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 2.3 MG | 13% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 28 MG | 7% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 228 MG | 18% | |
| Potassium, K | 260 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 55 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.7 MG | 25% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.4 MG | 48% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 15.5 UG | 28% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 21.8g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (25% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (48% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (28% DV).
- Good source of Thiamin (20% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (46% DV).
About Squab, (pigeon), light meat without skin, raw
Squab light meat without skin is the leanest cut of an already lean bird, with fat at a low level and protein that competes favorably with other poultry. No carbohydrates. The breast of a squab is small by chicken standards but densely muscled, with meat that is darker in color than chicken breast and richer in flavor. Chefs prize it for its ability to be served pink without the food safety concerns that apply to other poultry, owing to the bird's compact muscle fiber structure.
Dietary Information
Squab, (pigeon), light meat without skin, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Squab, (pigeon), light meat without skin, raw include Copper, Cu (48% DV) , Niacin (46% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (31% DV) , Selenium, Se (28% DV) , and Zinc, Zn (25% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 134 calories per 100 grams, Squab, (pigeon), light meat without skin, raw gets 65% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 30% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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