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High-protein dish with B vitamins and selenium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato (180 g) has 256 calories. That works out to 142 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.3 g of carbs, 36.7 g of protein, 9.2 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 14.6 mg of B3 covers 91% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
256
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
6.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
36.7g
· 73% DV
Fat
9.2g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 58% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 256 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.2 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.66 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 115 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 36.7 g | 73% |
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) | 180 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 64 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 cup (double) | 240 g | 341 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 369 kcal |
Calculated from 142 calories per 100 g.
To make Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato, brown bite-size turkey pieces in a hot pan, then add sliced onion and chopped tomato. Cook until the turkey is fully done and tender, stirring occasionally. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs to taste.
Yes, leftover cooked turkey works well in Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato. Cook the onion and tomato first, then stir in the chopped turkey just long enough to heat it through. Adding cooked turkey too early can make it dry and stringy.
Rice, couscous, potatoes, or crusty bread pair well with Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato because they soak up its tomato sauce. For a lighter plate, serve it with a green salad or steamed vegetables.
For more flavor in Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato, brown the turkey rather than letting it steam, and season the onion as it cooks. Garlic, paprika, black pepper, and fresh herbs such as parsley can complement the tomato without overpowering the dish.
Yes, canned tomatoes can replace fresh tomatoes in Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato. Drain them if you want a thicker sauce, or use their liquid for a saucier result. Simmer the mixture uncovered if it needs to reduce.
Yes, Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato can be cooked ahead and refrigerated once cooled. Reheat only the portion you need, adding a splash of water if the sauce has thickened. For the best texture, avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the whole batch.
To keep Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato from getting watery, brown the turkey in batches and avoid crowding the pan. Let the tomatoes simmer uncovered so excess liquid can evaporate; very juicy tomatoes may need a little longer to reduce.
Yes, Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato freezes well in airtight, meal-size containers. Cool it promptly before freezing, then thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat until steaming hot. The sauce may separate slightly after thawing, but stirring usually brings it together.
Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato can be made with either breast or thigh meat. Breast cooks quickly and has a leaner texture, while thigh tends to stay juicier. Cut the pieces evenly so they cook at about the same rate.
Yes, you can cook Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato without browning the turkey first, but the dish will have less roasted flavor. If you choose this method, cook the turkey thoroughly with the onion and tomato and avoid overcrowding the pan so it cooks rather than steams unevenly.
Vitamins
B3
14.58mg · 91% DV
B6
0.88mg · 52% DV
B12
0.99µg · 41% DV
B5
1.3mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Selenium
43µg · 78% DV
Phosphorus
342mg · 49% DV
Zinc
2.79mg · 25% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
558mg · 16% DV
Sodium
115mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Turkey Sauté with Onion and Tomato is a simple stovetop dish of bite-sized or thinly sliced turkey cooked with onion and tomato. It is not tied to one particular region; it fits the everyday home-style sauté tradition found in Turkish cooking.
The turkey is mild and tender, while softened onion brings sweetness and tomato adds a little tang and moisture. Serve it hot with rice, bulgur or bread, or alongside a crisp salad. It is a protein-rich choice with relatively little carbohydrate. For a lighter meal, use just enough oil to cook the ingredients and add extra vegetables rather than a large starchy side.
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.
High
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
1.66g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.59g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.55g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.