Turkey, whole, neck, meat only, cooked, simmered: Nutrition Facts
Generic food Cooked Poultry
Turkey, whole, neck, meat only, cooked, simmered contains 162 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of 3 oz (85 g) provides about 138 kcal.
Roughly 58% of its calories come from protein, with 42% from fat and 0% from carbohydrates (estimated with general energy factors).
That is close to the median for poultry products on FoodFactly (176 kcal per 100 g).
100 g provides 66% of the Daily Value for selenium, 59% of the Daily Value for Vitamin B12 and 37% of the Daily Value for Niacin (B3).
These values are for the cooked food. Raw and other preparations have their own values, listed separately below.
The data comes from USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, where most core values were measured by laboratory analysis.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories C | 162 kcal | |
| Total fat M | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat I | 2.2 g | 11% |
| Cholesterol I | 128 mg | 43% |
| Sodium M | 246 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrates C | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber Z | 0 g | 0% |
| Total sugars Z | 0 g | |
| Protein M | 22.5 g | 45% |
| Vitamin A ? | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C Z | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D ? | 0.3 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E C | 0.64 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K I | 0 µg | 0% |
| Thiamin (B1) I | 0.048 mg | 4% |
| Riboflavin (B2) I | 0.29 mg | 22% |
| Niacin (B3) I | 5.9 mg | 37% |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) I | 0.87 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 I | 0.38 mg | 22% |
| Folate (B9) C | 7 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 I | 1.4 µg | 59% |
| Choline I | 77.7 mg | 14% |
| Calcium M | 58 mg | 4% |
| Iron M | 1.2 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium M | 18 mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus M | 182 mg | 15% |
| Potassium M | 114 mg | 2% |
| Zinc M | 4 mg | 37% |
| Copper M | 0.16 mg | 18% |
| Manganese M | 0.053 mg | 2% |
| Selenium C | 36.2 µg | 66% |
% DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults (reference amounts). Letters show how each value was obtained: M measured, C calculated, L label, Z assumed zero, I imputed. Vitamins and minerals not listed were not reported by the source.
Nutritional breakdown
- Protein 58%
- Fat 42%
Approximate share of calories, using general energy factors (4 kcal/g protein and carbohydrate, 9 kcal/g fat, 7 kcal/g alcohol).
Vitamins and minerals, % Daily Value per 100 g
Nutritional insights
- Protein22.5 gbelow the median for poultry products (median 23.3 g)
- Fat7.4 gbelow the median for poultry products (median 8.1 g)
- Saturated fat2.2 gbelow the median for poultry products (median 2.2 g)
- Sodium246 mgin the top quarter of poultry products (median 88 mg)
- Protein per 100 kcal13.9 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water69.5 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat I | 2.5 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat I | 2 g |
Amino acids (18)
| Tryptophan M | 0.24 g |
|---|---|
| Threonine M | 0.82 g |
| Isoleucine M | 0.64 g |
| Leucine M | 1.6 g |
| Lysine M | 1.9 g |
| Methionine M | 0.59 g |
| Cystine M | 0.21 g |
| Phenylalanine M | 0.73 g |
| Tyrosine M | 0.67 g |
| Valine M | 0.72 g |
| Arginine M | 1.3 g |
| Histidine M | 0.61 g |
| Alanine M | 1.2 g |
| Aspartic acid M | 1.8 g |
| Glutamic acid M | 3 g |
| Glycine M | 0.96 g |
| Proline M | 1.2 g |
| Serine M | 0.89 g |
Individual fatty acids (19)
| EPA (omega-3, 20:5 n-3) I | 0.015 g |
|---|---|
| DHA (omega-3, 22:6 n-3) I | 0.006 g |
| Linoleic acid (omega-6, 18:2) I | 1.8 g |
| SFA 4:0 Z | 0 g |
| SFA 6:0 Z | 0 g |
| SFA 8:0 Z | 0 g |
| SFA 10:0 I | 0.008 g |
| SFA 12:0 I | 0.025 g |
| SFA 14:0 I | 0.075 g |
| SFA 16:0 I | 1.4 g |
| SFA 18:0 I | 0.62 g |
| MUFA 18:1 I | 2.2 g |
| PUFA 18:3 I | 0.092 g |
| PUFA 20:4 I | 0.11 g |
| MUFA 16:1 I | 0.23 g |
| PUFA 18:4 Z | 0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 I | 0.032 g |
| MUFA 22:1 I | 0 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) I | 0.009 g |
Carotenoids (8)
| Beta-carotene Z | 0 µg |
|---|---|
| Lycopene Z | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin Z | 0 µg |
| Retinol C | 0 µg |
| Carotene, alpha Z | 0 µg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units I | 12 IU |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) I | 0.3 µg |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta Z | 0 µg |
Other components (12)
| Water M | 69.5 g |
|---|---|
| Alcohol Z | 0 g |
| Caffeine Z | 0 mg |
| Ash M | 1.1 g |
| Theobromine Z | 0 mg |
| Energy C | 679 kJ |
| Vitamin A, IU ? | 0 IU |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) Z | 0 µg |
| Folic acid Z | 0 µg |
| Folate, food I | 7 µg |
| Vitamin E, added Z | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12, added Z | 0 µg |
Other forms of Turkey
Raw, cooked, dried and processed versions are separate records with their own measured values.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey, wing, smoked, cooked, with skin, bone removed Cooked | 221 | 27.4 g | 0 g | 12.4 g |
| Turkey, drumstick, smoked, cooked, with skin, bone removed Cooked | 200 | 27.9 g | 0 g | 9.8 g |
| Turkey, light or dark meat, smoked, cooked, skin and bone removed Cooked | 162 | 29.3 g | 0 g | 5 g |
| Turkey, light or dark meat, smoked, cooked, with skin, bone removed Cooked | 208 | 28.1 g | 0 g | 9.7 g |
| Turkey, whole, meat and skin, raw Raw | 144 | 21.6 g | 0.14 g | 5.6 g |
| Turkey, whole, skin (light and dark), roasted Cooked | 459 | 23.9 g | 0.57 g | 39.3 g |
| Turkey, whole, giblets, raw Raw | 124 | 18.2 g | 0.07 g | 5.1 g |
| Turkey, whole, giblets, cooked, simmered Cooked | 173 | 26.4 g | 0 g | 6.6 g |
| Turkey, gizzard, all classes, raw Raw | 111 | 18.8 g | 0 g | 3.4 g |
| Turkey, whole, neck, meat only, raw Raw | 125 | 16.5 g | 0 g | 6 g |
| Turkey, whole, light meat, meat and skin, raw Raw | 161 | 22 g | 0.15 g | 7.4 g |
| Turkey, whole, light meat, meat and skin, cooked, roasted Cooked | 177 | 29.6 g | 0.05 g | 5.6 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Foods with a similar nutritional profile
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken, dark meat, thigh, meat only, with added solution, cooked, braised Cooked | 164 | 23 g | 0 g | 8 g |
| Chicken, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, with added solution, cooked, braised Cooked | 149 | 23 g | 0 g | 6.3 g |
| Chicken, roasting, dark meat, meat only, cooked, roasted Cooked | 178 | 23.3 g | 0 g | 8.8 g |
| Chicken, dark meat, thigh, meat only, with added solution, cooked, roasted Cooked | 164 | 24.2 g | 0 g | 7.7 g |
| Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted Cooked | 174 | 24.2 g | 0 g | 7.8 g |
| Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat only, cooked, braised Cooked | 156 | 23.9 g | 0 g | 6 g |
| Chicken fillet, grilled Cooked | 151 | 22.3 g | 2.4 g | 5.8 g |
| Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, cooked, braised Cooked | 149 | 23.9 g | 0 g | 6 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in cooked turkey?
100 g of cooked turkey has 162 kcal. 3 oz (85 g): about 138 kcal.
Is cooked turkey high in protein?
Cooked turkey contains 22.5 g of protein per 100 g (45% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 19.1 g in 3 oz (85 g). About 58% of its calories come from protein. Compared with other poultry products, that is below the median (median 23.3 g).
How many carbs are in cooked turkey?
Cooked turkey has 0 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 0 g of fiber and 0 g of sugars.
How much fat is in cooked turkey?
Cooked turkey contains 7.4 g of fat per 100 g, of which 2.2 g is saturated (11% of the Daily Value).
What vitamins and minerals does cooked turkey contain?
Per 100 g, the most notable amounts relative to the Daily Value are selenium (66% DV), Vitamin B12 (59% DV), Niacin (B3) (37% DV), zinc (37% DV) and Riboflavin (B2) (22% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in cooked turkey?
100 g contains 246 mg of sodium, 11% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.
Does turkey have the same nutrition cooked and raw?
No. Per 100 g, turkey, whole, neck, meat only, cooked, simmered has 162 kcal, while turkey, whole, meat and skin, raw has 144 kcal. Cooking changes the water content, so always use the record that matches how you weigh the food.
Where does this nutrition data come from?
From USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record dated April 1, 2019. FoodFactly last checked it on November 6, 2026. Each value above shows whether it was measured, calculated or taken from a label.
Source of the nutrition information
- USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record 171087. License: CC0 1.0 (U.S. public domain). Source record dated April 1, 2019. Imported November 6, 2026.
Last updated: . Data quality score: 100/100 (how it is calculated).
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