Turkey, whole, back, meat only, cooked, roasted
* 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 | 0.4 MG | 29% | |
| Niacin | 6.7 MG | 42% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.0 MG | 20% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 MG | 26% | |
| Folate, total | 9 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 95.8 MG | 17% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.7 UG | 69% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 5 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.3 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 17 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.4 MG | 8% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 27 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 212 MG | 17% | |
| Potassium, K | 227 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 104 MG | 5% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.5 MG | 32% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 14% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 31.4 UG | 57% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 27.7g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (32% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (57% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Riboflavin (29% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (42% DV).
- Good source of Pantothenic acid (20% DV).
About Turkey, whole, back, meat only, cooked, roasted
Cooked turkey back without skin reads almost identically to roasted dark meat from other parts of the bird - high protein, moderate fat, no carbohydrates. The flavor is good, slightly mineral, and deeper than breast meat. Most of the time this ends up in soup or stock, but it's solid eating on its own if you take the time to pick the bones clean.
Dietary Information
Turkey, whole, back, meat only, cooked, roasted is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Turkey, whole, back, meat only, cooked, roasted include Vitamin B-12 (69% DV) , Selenium, Se (57% DV) , Niacin (42% DV) , Zinc, Zn (32% DV) , and Riboflavin (29% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 173 calories per 100 grams, Turkey, whole, back, meat only, cooked, roasted gets 64% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 31% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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