Veal Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Cooked, Braised)
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Lamb, Veal, and Game Products
A 100g serving covers 221% of the daily recommended Vitamin B12, making Veal Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Cooked, Braised) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (25.9g), fat (10.1g), and carbohydrates (0g) per 100g. Veal Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Cooked, Braised) packs 202 calories per 100g, placing it on the energy-dense side — a small serving goes a long way. Sodium is modest at 64mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Nutritionally broad, Veal Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Cooked, Braised) delivers meaningful amounts of 11 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value. Contains 238mg of cholesterol per 100g (79% DV), which may matter for individuals actively managing cholesterol.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein53%25.9 g
- Fat47%10.1 g
- Carbs0%0 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 64.1 | G |
| Energy | 202 | KCAL |
| Protein | 25.9 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 10.1 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0 | G |
| Cholesterol | 238 | MG |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 6.0 | MG |
| Thiamin | 0.07 | MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.35 | MG |
| Niacin | 1.5 | MG |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.15 | MG |
| Folate, total | 9.0 | UG |
| Vitamin B-12 | 5.3 | UG |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 | UG |
| Calcium, Ca | 9.0 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 2.1 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 18.0 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 166 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 162 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 64.0 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.5 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 0.21 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.05 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 11.0 | UG |
| Energy | 845 | kJ |
| Ash | 0.91 | G |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.74 | MG |
| Folic acid | 0 | UG |
| Folate, food | 9.0 | UG |
| Folate, DFE | 9.0 | UG |
| Retinol | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0 | IU |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 4.3 | G |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 4.6 | G |
| MUFA 18:1 | 4.3 | G |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.38 | G |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.28 | G |
| Tryptophan | 0.28 | G |
| Threonine | 1.0 | G |
| Isoleucine | 1.1 | G |
| Leucine | 1.9 | G |
| Lysine | 1.9 | G |
| Methionine | 0.53 | G |
| Cystine | 0.26 | G |
| Phenylalanine | 1.0 | G |
| Tyrosine | 0.77 | G |
| Valine | 1.2 | G |
| Arginine | 1.5 | G |
| Histidine | 0.59 | G |
| Alanine | 1.4 | G |
| Aspartic acid | 2.2 | G |
| Glutamic acid | 3.5 | G |
| Glycine | 1.5 | G |
| Proline | 1.2 | G |
| Serine | 0.96 | G |
Common Serving Sizes
| Serving | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| oz (85g) | 172 | 22g | 8.6g | 0g |
| unit, cooked (yield from 1 lb raw meat) (255g) | 515 | 65.9g | 25.8g | 0g |
Scaled from Veal Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Cooked, Braised)'s per-100g values using USDA portion data.
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Nutrient Highlights
- Veal Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Cooked, Braised) is a excellent source of Protein (52% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
- Veal Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Cooked, Braised) is a excellent source of Zinc (41% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc
- Veal Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Cooked, Braised) is a good source of Iron (12% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron
Dietary Considerations
Veal Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Cooked, Braised) is naturally low in sodium at 64mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Veal Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Cooked, Braised) fits well in high-protein, low-carb eating patterns with 25.9g protein and only 0.0g carbs per 100g. See the High-Protein, Low-Carb Guide.
Contains 238mg of cholesterol per 100g — relevant for those monitoring cardiovascular risk. See the Heart Health & Cholesterol Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Protein: top 12% (#991 of 8,262)
- Zinc: top 13% (#1,074 of 8,262)
- Vitamin C: top 19% (#1,570 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: 174369.
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