Meat and Poultry / Poultry
Turkey thigh
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 100kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 20.3 g/ 71g (28%) | ||||
Total Fat | 2.1 g/ 42g (5%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.35 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.05%) |
Vit B1 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (7%) |
Vit B2 | 0.28 mg/ 1mg (21%) source |
Vit B3 | 4.7 mg NE/ 16mg NE (29%) source |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 8 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 141 mg/ 700mg (20%) source |
Iron | 1 mg/ 12mg (8%) |
Sodium | 61 mg/ 1500mg (4%) low |
What is this food?
Turkey thigh (100 g) is a leaner poultry protein. It has about 100 kcal, 2.1 g total fat (with 0.55 g saturated fat), 0 g carbs, and 61 mg sodium.
Why it matters to health
Turkey thigh helps you meet your daily protein needs, which supports muscle repair and keeps you full between meals. It has no carbs and no sugar, so it’s a good choice when you want steadier energy across your 3 meals and 1–2 snacks. The fat is relatively low, but it still contains saturated fat, so it’s best to pair it with lots of vegetables and choose lighter cooking methods. Sodium is also present, so avoid going heavy on salty sauces or seasoning mixes.
Healthier tips
- Choose skinless or trim visible fat when possible.
- Cook using grilling, baking, steaming, or air-frying instead of deep-frying.
- Pair with 1–2 cups of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, broccoli) and a sensible portion of rice or carbs if you need them.
- Watch the sodium: go easy on toyo, patis, bagoong, and salty marinades; use herbs, garlic, lemon, and pepper for flavor.
- For a balanced plate: aim for palm-sized protein per meal, then add vegetables and your usual rice portion.
Common Filipino dishes
Turkey adobo, Turkey tinola, Turkey afritada, Turkey mechado, Turkey sinigang
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