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Turkey, thigh, from whole bird, meat only, raw
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* 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.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 20% | |
| Niacin | 5.7 MG | 36% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.9 MG | 19% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 MG | 26% | |
| Choline, total | 69.6 MG | 13% | |
| 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 | 11 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 176 MG | 14% | |
| Potassium, K | 226 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 124 MG | 5% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.6 MG | 24% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 10% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 22.4 UG | 41% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 108 kcal per 100g.
- Excellent source of protein with 21.3g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (2.5g per 100g).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (24% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (41% DV).
- Good source of Riboflavin (20% DV).
About Turkey, thigh, from whole bird, meat only, raw
Raw thigh meat from a whole turkey sits in the middle of the dark-meat spectrum: moist, flavorful, and protein-rich without being as fatty as some expect. With the solution absent here, sodium stays closer to its natural baseline. It takes well to braising, roasting, or smoking and rewards a longer cook time.
Dietary Information
Turkey, thigh, from whole bird, meat only, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Turkey, thigh, from whole bird, meat only, raw include Vitamin B-12 (85% DV) , Selenium, Se (41% DV) , Niacin (36% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (26% DV) , and Zinc, Zn (24% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 108 calories per 100 grams, Turkey, thigh, from whole bird, meat only, raw gets 79% of its calories from protein, 1% from carbohydrates, and 21% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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