Bison

Bison · Bison bison

Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

5%
109 kcal Calories
43%
21.6 g Protein
0%
0.0 g Carbs
2%
1.8 g Fat

Good nutrient density 33/100

How many beneficial nutrients Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Selenium49% Protein43% Zinc25% Phosphorus15% Iron14% Niacin (B3)12% Copper10%

Full nutrition breakdown

  • Beneficial
  • Moderate
  • Limit
  • Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

CarbohydratesAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrate0.0 g
0%
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
0%
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat1.8 g
2%
Saturated Fat0.7 g
3%
Monounsaturated Fat0.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids30.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids110.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein21.6 g
43%
Histidine573.0 mg
Isoleucine911.0 mg
Leucine1,679.0 mg
Lysine1,686.0 mg
Methionine513.0 mg
Phenylalanine809.0 mg
Threonine890.0 mg
Valine978.0 mg
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium6.0 mg
0%
Iron2.6 mg
14%
Magnesium25.0 mg
6%
Phosphorus187.0 mg
15%
Potassium343.0 mg
7%
Sodium54.0 mg
2%
Zinc2.8 mg
25%
Copper0.1 mg
10%
Manganese0.0 mg
0%
Selenium27.0 mcg
49%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol62.0 mg
21%
Phytosterols~
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol~
Caffeine~
Theobromine~
Ash1.2 g

About Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw

Bison, often called buffalo in North America, is a large native bovine (Bison bison) whose lean red meat has become a popular alternative to beef. Once central to the diet and culture of Native American peoples and hunted nearly to extinction in the 1800s, the animal has made a celebrated comeback and is now raised on ranches across the Great Plains. Bison delivers a flavor much like beef but a touch sweeter and richer, without a gamey taste.

Because the animals are typically grass-fed and often raised without added hormones, and the meat is naturally lean, bison is lower in fat and calories than most beef while being an excellent source of high-quality protein, iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. It is used much like beef, in burgers, steaks, roasts, chili, meatballs, and dried jerky. Its leanness means it cooks faster and is best served rare to medium, since overcooking can quickly dry it out.

Look for bright red bison meat with little marbling, cook it gently over slightly lower heat than you would beef, and let steaks rest to keep them tender and juicy.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw?

There are 109 calories in 100 g of Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw, or about 31 calories in 1 oz (28 g).

How much protein is in Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw?

Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw contains 21.6 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw?

Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw?

Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw provides 1.8 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw a good source of?

Game meat, bison, separable lean only, raw is an excellent source of Selenium (49% DV), Protein (43% DV) and Zinc (25% DV) and a good source of Phosphorus, Iron, Niacin (B3) and Copper (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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