Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw)
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Both protein (18.5g) and fat (23.8g) are substantial, making Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw) a calorie-efficient source of both macronutrients. Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw) packs 294 calories per 100g, placing it on the energy-dense side — a small serving goes a long way. Sodium is modest at 54mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Nutritionally broad, Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw) delivers meaningful amounts of 14 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein26%18.5 g
- Fat74%23.8 g
- Carbs0%0 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 56.6 | G |
| Energy | 294 | KCAL |
| Protein | 18.5 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 23.8 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0 | G |
| Cholesterol | 95.0 | MG |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 5.2 | MG |
| Thiamin | 0.21 | MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.22 | MG |
| Niacin | 6.0 | MG |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.41 | MG |
| Folate, total | 6.0 | UG |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.40 | UG |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 73.0 | UG |
| Calcium, Ca | 12.0 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 3.5 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.0 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 248 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 199 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 54.0 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.2 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 0.44 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.02 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 13.3 | UG |
| Energy | 1230 | kJ |
| Ash | 1.4 | G |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.76 | MG |
| Folic acid | 0 | UG |
| Folate, food | 6.0 | UG |
| Folate, DFE | 6.0 | UG |
| Retinol | 73.0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, IU | 243 | IU |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 8.4 | G |
| SFA 10:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 12:0 | 0 | G |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.03 | G |
| SFA 16:0 | 4.8 | G |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.7 | G |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 9.7 | G |
| MUFA 16:1 | 3.5 | G |
| MUFA 18:1 | 6.3 | G |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0 | G |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0 | G |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.1 | G |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.7 | G |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0 | G |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.16 | G |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.01 | G |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.07 | G |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.02 | G |
| Tryptophan | 0.27 | G |
| Threonine | 0.88 | G |
| Isoleucine | 0.94 | G |
| Leucine | 1.5 | G |
| Lysine | 1.5 | G |
| Methionine | 0.55 | G |
| Cystine | 0.32 | G |
| Phenylalanine | 0.77 | G |
| Tyrosine | 0.79 | G |
| Valine | 0.97 | G |
| Arginine | 1.2 | G |
| Histidine | 0.65 | G |
| Alanine | 1.2 | G |
| Aspartic acid | 1.6 | G |
| Glutamic acid | 2.4 | G |
| Glycine | 1.5 | G |
| Proline | 0.84 | G |
| Serine | 0.88 | G |
Common Serving Sizes
| Serving | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| oz (85g) | 250 | 15.7g | 20.2g | 0g |
| squab (199g) | 585 | 36.8g | 47.4g | 0g |
| unit (yield from 1 lb ready-to-cook squab) (297g) | 873 | 54.9g | 70.7g | 0g |
Scaled from Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw)'s per-100g values using USDA portion data.
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Nutrient Highlights
- Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw) is a excellent source of Protein (37% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
- Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw) is a excellent source of Iron (20% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron
- Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw) is a excellent source of Zinc (20% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc
Dietary Considerations
Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw) is naturally low in sodium at 54mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw) fits well in high-protein, low-carb eating patterns with 18.5g protein and only 0.0g carbs per 100g. See the High-Protein, Low-Carb Guide.
Squab (pigeon) Meat and Skin (Raw) provides 3.5mg of iron per 100g, relevant for managing iron deficiency. See the Iron Deficiency & Anemia Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Iron: top 13% (#1,074 of 8,262)
- Vitamin C: top 20% (#1,652 of 8,262)
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* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Data Source
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 174475.
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