Turkey Jalapeño Smoked Sausage
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Turkey Jalapeño Smoked Sausage by Kirkwood scores 8/10 for Weight Loss based on low calorie density.
Turkey Jalapeño Smoked Sausage by Kirkwood provides 156 calories, 15.6g protein, 7.8g fat, and 4.7g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 10.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Weight Loss, Blood Sugar health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 15.6g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Moderate calorie content at 156 kcal per 100g.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ⚠High sodium content (828mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
Deep Analysis
Turkey Jalapeño Smoked Sausage by Kirkwood is a lower-calorie option in the sausages category at 156 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 347.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 156 kcal per 100g (category avg: 347)
- •Protein: 15.6g per 100g (category avg: 16.2g)
- •Sugars: 1.6g per 100g (category avg: 2.9g)
- •Sodium: 828mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake, people managing blood sugar levels.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sodium at 828mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1656mg — roughly 72% 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 Jalapeño 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, WITH 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, DRIED JALAPEÑO PEPPERS, OAT FIBER, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SUGAR, NATURAL SPICES INCLUDING PAPRIKA, DRIED PARSLEY, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE, COLLAGEN CASING, POULTRY INGREDIENTS (TURKEY, MECHANICALLY SEPARATED TURKEY), WATER, WITH 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: SALT, SUGAR, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, OAT FIBER, NATURAL SPICES INCLUDING PAPRIKA, ROASTED GARLIC, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE, COLLAGEN CASING.