Turkey, Ground, 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 | 6% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 12% | |
| Niacin | 6.7 MG | 42% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.0 MG | 20% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.6 MG | 33% | |
| Folate, total | 7 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 50.8 MG | 9% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1 UG | 42% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 20 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.4 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 19 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 23 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 200 MG | 16% | |
| Potassium, K | 237 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 58 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.4 MG | 21% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 21.9 UG | 40% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 19.7g per 100g.
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (21% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (40% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (42% DV).
- Good source of Pantothenic acid (20% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (33% DV).
About Turkey, Ground, raw
Raw ground turkey is the flexible weeknight workhorse of the turkey section. Fat and protein levels depend heavily on whether it includes skin and dark meat in the grind, which varies by product. Most standard ground turkey blends are moderate in fat and high in protein, with no carbs at all. It takes on seasoning readily and works in burgers, meatballs, meat sauce, or stuffed peppers.
Dietary Information
Turkey, Ground, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Turkey, Ground, raw include Niacin (42% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (42% DV) , Selenium, Se (40% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (33% DV) , and Zinc, Zn (21% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 148 calories per 100 grams, Turkey, Ground, raw gets 53% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 47% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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