Sausage, turkey, reduced fat, brown and serve, cooked
Whole food · Sausages and Luncheon Meats
This is a lean, brown-and-serve turkey sausage patty or link, pre-cooked for quick browning. It offers a mild, savory flavor with a firm, slightly springy texture that crisps up nicely in a pan. With 17g of protein per 100g, it's a protein-rich, lower-fat alternative to traditional pork sausage.
Calorie split: 33% protein · 21% carbs · 45% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its convenience and familiar, savory taste that fits easily into a quick breakfast or a weeknight meal. Its ability to be browned and crisped up makes it a satisfying and versatile protein source.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Some may find the texture less juicy than pork sausage and the flavor milder. It can be high in sodium, which is a concern for those monitoring salt intake. To counteract this, pair it with potassium-rich foods like spinach or avocado, and be mindful of portion sizes.
Key benefits
- High in protein for muscle maintenance and satiety.
- Lower in fat than traditional pork sausage.
- Quick to prepare, ideal for busy mornings.
- Versatile ingredient for breakfast or dinner.
- Provides a good source of B vitamins.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'brown and serve' method was popularized in the mid-20th century as a way to pre-cook sausages for convenience, allowing them to be finished quickly in a pan or oven.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 59.6 g |
| Energy | 204 kcal |
| Energy | 855 kj |
| Protein | 17.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 10.3 g |
| Ash | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 10.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.30 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 31.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.8 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 164 mg |
| Potassium, K | 207 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 721 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.3 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.15 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.22 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 20.8 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.15 mg |
| Niacin | 2.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.72 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.23 mg |
| Folate, total | 23.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 23.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 23.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 92.1 mg |
| Betaine | 4.9 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.28 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 2.0 ug |
| Retinol | 2.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 8.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 17.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.9 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.9 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.64 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 3.9 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.66 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 3.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.2 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.14 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.11 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.02 g |
| Cholesterol | 58.0 mg |
| Phytosterols | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.19 g |
| Threonine | 0.73 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.83 g |
| Leucine | 1.3 g |
| Lysine | 1.4 g |
| Methionine | 0.43 g |
| Cystine | 0.21 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.71 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.63 g |
| Valine | 0.87 g |
| Arginine | 1.2 g |
| Histidine | 0.49 g |
| Alanine | 1.1 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.7 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.8 g |
| Glycine | 1.1 g |
| Proline | 0.88 g |
| Serine | 0.78 g |
FAQ
Is this sausage healthier than pork sausage?
Generally, yes. It typically has less fat and fewer calories than traditional pork sausage, while still providing a good amount of protein.
How should I cook it?
Pan-fry over medium heat until browned and heated through, or bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-15 minutes.
Can I freeze it?
Yes, it freezes well. Store in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.04 kcal/g · 33% calories from protein · 0.3 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 3.48 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.