Turkey · Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted'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 38/100
How many beneficial nutrients Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted 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 Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
23% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 23%3.8 g per serving
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Protein 77%29.2 g per serving
What Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted 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 |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3.8 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 30.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 920.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 10.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 20.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 670.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 380.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 130.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 710.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 10.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 10.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 920.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 130.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 30.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 29.2 g | |
| Histidine | 911.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 1,518.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 2,326.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 2,751.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 845.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1,158.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1,298.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 332.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 1,550.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 1,807.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 2,036.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 2,835.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 304.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 4,763.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 1,448.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 1,214.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 1,298.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 1,153.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 3.3 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 10.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 1.3 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 22.0 mg | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | |
| Magnesium | 25.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 204.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 258.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 81.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 4.3 mg | |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 40.9 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 119.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 1.0 g | — |
About Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted
Turkey is a large poultry bird native to North America and the centerpiece of Thanksgiving and holiday tables, though it is enjoyed year-round. Its meat is sold whole for roasting or broken down into breasts, thighs, drumsticks, and wings, and ground turkey is a popular lean alternative to ground beef. Turkey is an excellent source of high-quality protein, selenium, and B vitamins while being relatively low in fat, especially the lighter breast meat, with the darker leg and thigh meat richer, juicier, and more flavorful.
Beyond the roasted holiday bird, turkey is sliced for sandwiches, ground for burgers, chili, tacos, and meatballs, and smoked or cured into deli meat, bacon, and sausage. Because the lean breast can dry out, it is often brined or dry-brined before roasting, and cooking legs and breast to their right temperatures keeps the whole bird juicy. Use a thermometer to cook it through safely, then let it rest before carving so the juices redistribute.
Leftovers keep well for sandwiches, soups, and casseroles.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted?
There are 159 calories in 100 g of Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted, or about 102 calories in 1 unit (yield from 1 lb ready-to-cook turkey) (64 g).
How much protein is in Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted?
Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted contains 29.2 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted?
Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted?
Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted provides 3.8 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted a good source of?
Turkey, fryer-roasters, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted is an excellent source of Selenium (74% DV), Protein (58% DV), Zinc (39% DV), Copper (27% DV), Pantothenic Acid (B5) (26% DV) and Vitamin B6 (22% DV) and a good source of Vitamin B12, Phosphorus and Iron (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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