Squab, (pigeon), 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 | 7.2 MG | 8% | |
| Thiamin | 0.3 MG | 24% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 22% | |
| Niacin | 6.9 MG | 43% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.8 MG | 16% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 31% | |
| Folate, total | 7 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.5 UG | 20% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 28 UG | 3% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 13 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 4.5 MG | 25% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 307 MG | 25% | |
| Potassium, K | 237 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 51 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.7 MG | 25% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.6 MG | 66% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 13.5 UG | 25% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 17.5g per 100g.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (25% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (25% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (25% DV).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (66% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (25% DV).
About Squab, (pigeon), meat only, raw
Squab, which is domestic pigeon harvested young, offers a dark, richly flavored meat that sits somewhere between duck and beef in character. Raw meat-only squab is moderately lean with a solid protein content and no carbohydrates. The flavor is considerably more pronounced than chicken, with a mineral, gamey depth that reflects the bird's musculature. It is a restaurant and specialty-market bird in the United States, often roasted whole or pan-seared to a rosy medium-rare interior.
Dietary Information
Squab, (pigeon), meat only, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Squab, (pigeon), meat only, raw include Copper, Cu (66% DV) , Niacin (43% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (31% DV) , Iron, Fe (25% DV) , and Phosphorus, P (25% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 142 calories per 100 grams, Squab, (pigeon), meat only, raw gets 49% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 48% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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