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Turkey dark meat calories

Turkey dark meat, roasted, meat only
147kcal
1 3 oz portion · 85 g, roasted, meat only
67%protein
24 gProtein
0 gCarbs
5.1 gFat
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Nutrition facts
Roasted, meat only · per 85 g
Calories147 kcal
Protein24 g
Carbohydrate0 g
Fat5.1 g
Saturated fat1.5 g
Cholesterol109 mg
Sodium88 mg
Potassium193 mg
Iron1.2 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central

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Turkey dark meat FAQs
How many calories are in 3 oz of turkey dark meat?

About 147 calories roasted without skin (85 g), or 175 calories with the skin left on.

Is turkey dark meat good for weight loss?

A 3 oz portion has 147 calories, 23.6 g protein and 0 g carbs. Eating the skin adds 28 calories and raises fat from 5.1 g to 8.5 g.

Turkey dark meat vs chicken breast: which has fewer calories?

Roasted chicken breast has 165 calories per 100 g versus 173 for turkey dark meat. Chicken breast also has more protein, 31 g versus 27.7 g per 100 g.

How much protein is in turkey dark meat?

Roasted turkey dark meat has 27.7 g protein per 100 g, or 23.6 g in a 3 oz portion.