Turkey, drumstick, from whole bird, 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% |
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, drumstick, from whole bird, meat only, with added solution, raw
Raw turkey drumstick meat that has been injected with a saline solution to retain moisture during cooking. The solution does add sodium beyond what you'd get from a plain bird, but the meat itself is lean and packed with protein, making it a solid choice for anyone building a higher-protein meal around dark-meat turkey. Braise it low and slow, or roast it until the skin crisps - the connective tissue breaks down beautifully with time and heat.
Dietary Information
Turkey, drumstick, from whole bird, 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, drumstick, from whole bird, 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, drumstick, from whole bird, meat only, with added solution, raw gets 67% of its calories from protein, 1% from carbohydrates, and 32% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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