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High-protein turkey with sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Cooked Turkey Meat with Sauce (150 g) has 218 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.3 g of carbs, 36.8 g of protein, 5.1 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 43.5 µg of Selenium covers 79% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
218
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
6.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
36.8g
· 74% DV
Fat
5.1g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 12% · Protein 67% · Fat 21%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 218 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.1 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.35 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 585 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 36.8 g | 74% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 75 g | 109 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 160 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 180 g | 261 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 363 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Cook the turkey first, then combine it with a sauce such as gravy, tomato, or mushroom sauce. Simmer briefly so the sauce coats the meat; prolonged cooking can make turkey dry and tough.
Reheat cooked turkey meat with sauce gently in a covered pan, adding a splash of water or stock if the sauce is thick. Stir occasionally and heat only until steaming hot throughout.
Cooked turkey meat with sauce usually keeps for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it within two hours of cooking, and take out only the portion you plan to reheat.
Yes, cooked turkey meat with sauce freezes well. Cool it, pack it in airtight portions, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating until hot throughout; the sauce helps protect the meat from drying out.
Gravy, mushroom sauce, tomato sauce, and mustard-based sauce all work well with cooked turkey meat. If the turkey is already sold or served with sauce, taste it before adding more so the dish does not become overly salty.
Serve cooked turkey meat with sauce over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta, or pair it with roasted vegetables. A starch is especially useful for catching the sauce, while a crisp salad adds contrast.
Cooked turkey meat with sauce is usually tough because the turkey was overcooked or heated too quickly for too long. Slice it across the grain and warm it gently in the sauce rather than boiling it.
Yes, cooked turkey meat with sauce can be eaten cold if it was cooked safely, chilled promptly, and kept refrigerated. Do not leave it at room temperature for an extended period before serving.
Yes, leftover cooked turkey works well in a sauce-based dish. Cut or shred it and stir it into the sauce near the end, heating it through without simmering it for long.
Yes, cooked turkey meat with sauce can go into sandwiches, wraps, or pasta. For a sandwich, use turkey with a thicker sauce to avoid soggy bread; for pasta, loosen the sauce with a little cooking water if needed.
Vitamins
B3
12.3mg · 77% DV
B12
1.08µg · 45% DV
B6
0.63mg · 37% DV
B5
1.13mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Selenium
44µg · 80% DV
Phosphorus
338mg · 48% DV
Zinc
3.08mg · 28% DV
Sodium
585mg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
413mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 218 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Cooked Turkey Meat with Sauce is cooked turkey served with a sauce coating the meat or spooned alongside it. The sauce can vary widely, from a light pan sauce to a tomato- or herb-based one, so the flavour and richness depend on how it is prepared. Turkey is usually mild and tender, while the sauce adds moisture and savoury depth.
Serve it hot as a main with vegetables, potatoes, rice or another grain; leftovers also work well in sandwiches. It is a protein-rich choice, with 24.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, pair it with plenty of vegetables and serve the sauce on the side so you can choose how much to add.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.73g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.