Turkey Heart Stew

Turkey Heart Stew is a hearty, savory dish made by slow-cooking turkey hearts with vegetables like onions, carrots, and potatoes, often seasoned with herbs and broth. It is a traditional comfort food in various cuisines, particularly in parts of the United States and rural communities where utilizing the whole bird is common practice.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and provides essential nutrients like iron and B vitamins, with a moderate amount of fat depending on the cooking method. A typical serving contains approximately 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	32 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	15 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	580 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Vitamin B12	6.2 mcg
Potassium	480 mg
Zinc	3.8 mg
Selenium	28 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8.1 mg
Phosphorus	310 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents nose-to-tail eating, making efficient use of the entire animal. Nutritionally, turkey hearts are an excellent source of CoQ10, a compound important for heart health and energy production.