Turkey, whole, meat only, with added solution, raw
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This is raw, whole turkey meat (breast, thigh, and drumstick) that has been enhanced with a solution—typically a saline or broth-based mixture—to boost juiciness and flavor. The meat is lean and mild, with a fine, dense texture that becomes tender and succulent when cooked properly. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse of protein with minimal fat and virtually no carbohydrates.
💚 Why it's loved
People love turkey for its mild, adaptable flavor that readily absorbs marinades and seasonings, making it a canvas for countless dishes. It's also a cultural staple, central to celebratory feasts like Thanksgiving in the U.S. and Christmas in the U.K., symbolizing abundance and gathering.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The added solution can significantly increase sodium content, which is a concern for those monitoring blood pressure. To counteract this, choose 'natural' or 'no solution added' options when possible, and rinse the meat before cooking. Its lean nature can lead to dryness if overcooked; brining or using a meat thermometer to cook to 165°F (74°C) helps ensure juiciness.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of high-quality lean protein
- Very low in fat and carbohydrates
- Rich in B vitamins like niacin (B3) and B6
- Good source of minerals like selenium and phosphorus
- A versatile base for a wide range of cuisines
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The wild turkey was so admired by Benjamin Franklin that he once suggested it, not the bald eagle, would have been a more fitting national bird for the United States, calling it 'a Bird of Courage.'
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 76.3 g |
| Energy | 106 kcal |
| Energy | 442 kj |
| Protein | 20.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 2.4 g |
| Ash | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.14 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.06 g |
| Sucrose | 0.06 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 0.08 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 14.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.64 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 24.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 223 mg |
| Potassium, K | 237 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 194 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.7 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 22.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.17 mg |
| Niacin | 8.7 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.82 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.67 mg |
| Folate, total | 7.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 7.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 52.6 mg |
| Betaine | 3.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.1 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 8.0 ug |
| Retinol | 8.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 27.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.08 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.02 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 7.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.54 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 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.34 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.16 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.74 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.49 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 0.47 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.63 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.40 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 0.39 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.03 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.02 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.02 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.01 g |
| Cholesterol | 61.0 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.22 g |
| Threonine | 0.76 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.60 g |
| Leucine | 1.4 g |
| Lysine | 1.7 g |
| Methionine | 0.55 g |
| Cystine | 0.20 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.62 g |
| Valine | 0.67 g |
| Arginine | 1.2 g |
| Histidine | 0.57 g |
| Alanine | 1.1 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.7 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.8 g |
| Glycine | 0.89 g |
| Proline | 1.1 g |
| Serine | 0.83 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.12 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
What does 'with added solution' mean?
It means the turkey has been injected or marinated with a mixture (often containing water, salt, broth, or phosphates) to increase weight, enhance moisture, and improve flavor after cooking.
Is this different from ground turkey?
Yes. This is whole, raw muscle meat. Ground turkey is meat that has been mechanically minced, which changes its texture and uses for cooking.
How should I store it before cooking?
Keep it in its original packaging on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator (at 40°F/4°C or below) and use it within 1-2 days. For longer storage, freeze it at 0°F (-18°C) for up to 9 months.