Turkey, all classes, heart, cooked, simmered
* 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 | 1.5 MG | 118% | |
| Niacin | 7.8 MG | 49% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.6 MG | 36% | |
| Folate, total | 8 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 172.5 MG | 31% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 13.9 UG | 579% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 16 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 21 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 7.0 MG | 39% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 28 MG | 7% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 241 MG | 19% | |
| Potassium, K | 203 MG | 4% | |
| Sodium, Na | 140 MG | 6% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.6 MG | 42% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.8 MG | 92% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Selenium, Se | 56.8 UG | 103% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 24.9g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (39% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (42% DV).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (92% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (103% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Thiamin (20% DV).
About Turkey, all classes, heart, cooked, simmered
Simmered turkey heart is organ meat at its most straightforward - dense, lean, and loaded with protein, with almost no fat or carbohydrate. It has a firm, slightly chewy texture that softens with slow, moist heat. Cooks who appreciate organ meats often slice it thin and add it to soups, grain bowls, or stir-fries. Nutritionally it punches well above its weight for protein relative to how little fat it carries.
Dietary Information
Turkey, all classes, heart, cooked, simmered is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Turkey, all classes, heart, cooked, simmered include Vitamin B-12 (579% DV) , Riboflavin (118% DV) , Selenium, Se (103% DV) , Copper, Cu (92% DV) , and Niacin (49% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 174 calories per 100 grams, Turkey, all classes, heart, cooked, simmered gets 57% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 39% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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