Turkey, dark meat from whole, meat only, with added solution, 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 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 19% | |
| Niacin | 5.7 MG | 36% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.9 MG | 19% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 MG | 25% | |
| Folate, total | 6 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 63 MG | 11% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.1 UG | 85% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 13 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.3 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 15 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.9 MG | 5% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 191 MG | 15% | |
| Potassium, K | 226 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 167 MG | 7% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.7 MG | 24% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 12% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 22.4 UG | 41% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 115 kcal per 100g.
- Good source of protein with 19.3g per 100g.
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (24% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (41% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (36% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (25% DV).
About Turkey, dark meat from whole, meat only, with added solution, raw
Raw turkey dark meat from a whole bird, sold with an added solution and no skin, is lean relative to most dark poultry cuts. The added solution, typically a brine or water and salt mix, boosts moisture and adds a small amount of sodium, but the meat itself stays fairly lean. It cooks up well when roasted or braised and is a practical, high-protein option that avoids the extra fat that comes with leaving the skin on.
Dietary Information
Turkey, dark meat from whole, meat only, with added solution, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Turkey, dark meat from whole, meat only, with added solution, raw include Vitamin B-12 (85% DV) , Selenium, Se (41% DV) , Niacin (36% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (25% DV) , and Zinc, Zn (24% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 115 calories per 100 grams, Turkey, dark meat from whole, meat only, with added solution, raw gets 67% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 32% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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