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Protein
23.3 g · 47% DV target
A lean and versatile poultry staple with a mild flavor profile, turkey mince provides a dense source of high-quality protein and essential B-vitamins while maintaining a lower fat content than most red meats.
Turkey consumption is not associated with an increased risk of all-cause mortality, according to meta-analyses of prospective cohort studies .6
White meat intake, including turkey, shows no association with colorectal cancer mortality or general cancer mortality in large-scale systematic reviews .6
Turkey mince serves as a lean alternative to red and processed meats, which are more consistently linked to higher risks of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular issues .11
Because it is a poultry product, turkey provides essential vitamin B12 and minerals while typically containing less saturated fat than many red meat counterparts .212
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
23.3 g · 47% DV target
0.02 g · 2% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.22 g · Top 15% of meat & poultry
1.06 g · Top 16% of meat & poultry
8.49 mg · 53% DV target
0.42 mg · 25% DV target
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Keep in original packaging on the bottom shelf
Defrost thoroughly in the fridge before use
Poultry generally has a significantly lower carbon footprint than beef or lamb, though intensive farming remains a concern.
While often associated with sleepiness, turkey actually contains less tryptophan than chicken, and its reputation for causing drowsiness is largely due to the heavy carbohydrate loads typically served alongside it.