Green Turtle · Chelonia mydas

Turtle, green, raw

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Turtle, green, 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.

89 kcal Calories

40%

19.8 g Protein

0.0 g Carbs

0.5 g Fat

Very good nutrient density 43/100

How many beneficial nutrients Turtle, green, 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 Turtle, green, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

89 kcal / serving

5% from fat

Carbs 0%

0.0 g per serving
Fat 5%

0.5 g per serving
Protein 95%

19.8 g per serving

What Turtle, green, 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).

Vitamin B1242% Protein40% Selenium31% Copper28% Phosphorus14% Riboflavin (B2)12% Choline12% Thiamin (B1)10%

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	0%
Dietary Fiber	0.0 g	0%
Total Sugars	0.0 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	0.5 g	1%
Saturated Fat	0.1 g	1%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.1 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.2 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	17.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	33.0 mg	—
Butyric Acid	0.0 mg	—
Caproic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Caprylic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Capric Acid	0.0 mg	—
Lauric Acid	0.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	2.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	90.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	35.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	15.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	73.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	33.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	52.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	23.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	33.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	19.8 g	40%

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	30.0 mcg	3%
Vitamin C	0.0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	0.5 mg	3%
Vitamin K	0.1 mcg	0%
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg	10%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	12%
Niacin (B3)	1.1 mg	7%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	7%
Folate (B9)	15.0 mcg	4%
Vitamin B12	1.0 mcg	42%
Choline	65.0 mg	12%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	118.0 mg	9%
Iron	1.4 mg	8%
Magnesium	20.0 mg	5%
Phosphorus	180.0 mg	14%
Potassium	230.0 mg	5%
Sodium	68.0 mg	3%
Zinc	1.0 mg	9%
Copper	0.3 mg	28%
Selenium	16.8 mcg	31%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	50.0 mg	17%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	0.0 g	—
Caffeine	0.0 mg	—
Theobromine	0.0 mg	—
Ash	1.2 g	—

About Turtle, green, raw

Green turtle has historically been eaten in coastal and island communities, most famously as the basis of old-fashioned turtle soup. The meat is dark, lean and savory, with a flavor some compare to veal or beef rather than seafood.

Nutritionally the meat is lean and protein-rich, with about 89 calories per 100 grams raw, close to 20 grams of protein and only half a gram of fat. It supplies B vitamins, iron and selenium.

An important note accompanies this food: the green sea turtle is an endangered species and is legally protected across most of the world, where hunting, selling or eating it is prohibited. Today this entry is of largely historical and nutritional interest; turtle meat can also accumulate environmental contaminants. It is included here for completeness, not as a recommendation.

Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Turtle, green, raw?

There are 89 calories in 100 g of Turtle, green, raw, or about 76 calories in 3 oz (85 g).

How much protein is in Turtle, green, raw?

Turtle, green, raw contains 19.8 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Turtle, green, raw?

Turtle, green, raw has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Turtle, green, raw?

Turtle, green, raw provides 0.5 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Turtle, green, raw a good source of?

Turtle, green, raw is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (42% DV), Protein (40% DV), Selenium (31% DV) and Copper (28% DV) and a good source of Phosphorus, Riboflavin (B2), Choline and Thiamin (B1) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.