Turkey Smoked Sausage
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Turkey Smoked Sausage by Eckrich scores 6/10 for Muscle Building based on moderate protein per calorie.
Turkey Smoked Sausage by Eckrich provides 232 calories, 14.3g protein, 12.5g fat, and 7.1g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 6.2g of protein per 100 calories. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 14.3g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sodium content (982mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠Contains 5 additives — a relatively long list indicating higher processing.
Deep Analysis
Turkey Smoked Sausage by Eckrich is a lower-calorie option in the sausages category at 232 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 347. Sugar is a concern at 7.1g per 100g (142% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 232 kcal per 100g (category avg: 347)
- •Protein: 14.3g per 100g (category avg: 16.2g)
- •Sugars: 7.1g per 100g (category avg: 2.9g)
- •Saturated fat: 3.6g per 100g
- •Sodium: 982mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sodium at 982mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1964mg — roughly 85% of the daily limit.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Turkey Smoked Sausage doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the sausages category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Poultry ingredients (turkey, mechanically separated turkey), water, corn syrup, contains 2% or less of dextrose, flavorings, modified food starch, autolyzed yeast, monosodium glutamate, potassium and sodium lactate, salt, sodium diacetate, sodium nitrite, sodium phosphate, vitamin c (ascorbic acid).