1 piece (medium) of Turkey thigh (120 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 24.6 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of B12 covers 85% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Turkey thigh Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

140

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

· 0% DV

Protein

20.5g

· 41% DV

Fat

6.2g

· 8% DV

Fiber

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 60% · Fat 40%

Turkey thigh Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

1.7µg · 71% DV

6.5mg · 41% DV

0.47mg · 28% DV

0.85mg · 17% DV

Minerals

Selenium

28µg · 51% DV

Zinc

3mg · 27% DV

Phosphorus

180mg · 26% DV

Potassium ⭐

260mg · 8% DV

How Nutritious Is Turkey thigh?

Nutrient density

High

75/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

56/ 100

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.

Turkey thigh Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Turkey thigh

To burn the 140 calories in 100 g:

🚶

35min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

14min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

19min

Cycling

🏊

16min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Turkey thigh Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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.

Does Turkey thigh Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Turkey thigh Good For?

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

Turkey thigh Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.9g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.1g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.1g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 8.1:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (8.1:1).

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Ground Beef

250 kcal

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140 kcal

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230 kcal

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110 kcal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Turkey thigh

How many calories and how much protein are in turkey thigh?

A 100 g serving of turkey thigh provides 140 calories and 20.5 g of protein. It contains no carbohydrates or fiber.

Is turkey thigh suitable for a keto diet?

Yes. Turkey thigh has 0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, making it compatible with a keto diet. It also fits Paleo, Mediterranean, flexitarian, and gluten-free eating patterns.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026