Poultry

Quail, meat only, raw

FDC 172419quail (92 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 81 · +4 vs Poultry median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Quail, meat only, raw ranks among the most nutrient-dense foods we cover, scoring 81 of 100. Within poultry it ranks 17 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (44% DV), an excellent source of iron (25% DV). Most of its 134 calories per 100 grams come from protein.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 21.8 g · 68%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 4.5 g · 32%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories134 kcal7%
Total fat4.5 g6%
Saturated fat1.3 g7%
Cholesterol70 mg23%
Sodium51 mg2%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars-
Protein22 g44%
Potassium237 mg5%
Calcium13 mg1%
Iron4.5 mg25%
Magnesium25 mg6%
Vitamin C7.2 mg8%
Vitamin A17 µg2%
Vitamin E-

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FDC 172419

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein44% DV
Iron25% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the poultry median

Nutrient density81 vs 77 median
Protein / 100 g22 vs 23 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g51 vs 76 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Ostrich, inside strip, rawDensity 81 vs 81Ostrich, tenderloin, rawDensity 81 vs 81Emu, top loin, cooked, broiledDensity 82 vs 81

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