Elk · Cervus canadensis
Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled'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.
Very good nutrient density 39/100
How many beneficial nutrients Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled 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, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
22% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 22%3.8 g per serving
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Protein 78%31.0 g per serving
What Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled 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).
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.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.0 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3.8 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 32.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 109.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 2.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 2.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 4.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 148.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 884.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 427.0 mg | — |
| Arachidic Acid | 2.0 mg | — |
| Behenic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 295.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 722.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 11.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 109.0 mg | — |
| gamma-Linolenic Acid | 2.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 34.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 31.0 g | |
| Histidine | 955.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 1,301.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 2,311.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 2,533.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 761.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1,135.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1,246.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 277.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 1,439.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 1,730.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,854.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 2,602.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 304.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 4,401.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 1,578.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 1,315.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 1,107.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 969.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | 0.6 mg | |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 9.0 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 9.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 1.2 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 5.0 mg | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | |
| Magnesium | 28.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 256.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 404.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 54.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 5.1 mg | |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 10.5 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 75.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 1.1 g | — |
About Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled
Elk, also called wapiti (Cervus canadensis), is one of the largest members of the deer family, and its lean red meat is a prized game meat across North America and parts of Asia. Darker and richer than beef but milder and less gamey than many people expect, elk has a clean, slightly sweet flavor and a tender, fine-grained texture. As a lean game meat, it is an excellent source of high-quality protein, iron, zinc, phosphorus, and B vitamins, with very little fat.
Elk is used much like beef, in steaks, roasts, burgers, chili, stews, and sausages, and it pairs well with bold seasonings, mushrooms, and fruit-based sauces. Because the meat is so lean, it cooks faster than beef and is best served rare to medium or braised gently, since overcooking quickly dries it out. Choose deep-red, firm meat, and keep it well chilled, cooking fresh elk within a couple of days or freezing it.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled?
There are 167 calories in 100 g of Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled, or about 190 calories in 1 steak ( yield from 148.1 g raw meat ) (114 g).
How much protein is in Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled?
Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled contains 31.0 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled?
Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled?
Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled provides 3.8 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled a good source of?
Game meat, elk, loin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled is an excellent source of Protein (62% DV), Niacin (B3) (56% DV), Zinc (46% DV), Vitamin B12 (35% DV), Vitamin B6 (28% DV) and Riboflavin (B2) (25% DV) and a good source of Copper, Selenium and Thiamin (B1) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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