Turkey breast vs. Turkey sausage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
Significant differences between Turkey breast and Turkey sausage
- Turkey breast has more Selenium, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B3, however, Turkey sausage is richer in Vitamin B12, and Zinc.
- Turkey breast covers your daily Selenium needs 41% more than Turkey sausage.
- Turkey sausage has 2 times less Vitamin B6 than Turkey breast. Turkey breast has 0.48mg of Vitamin B6, while Turkey sausage has 0.208mg.
- Turkey breast contains less Saturated Fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Turkey, all classes, breast, meat and skin, raw and Sausage, turkey, breakfast links, mild.
Infographic
Infographic link
Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +20.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +12.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +20% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +146.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +89.8% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +40.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +130.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +43.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +88.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.89 g
Fats:
7.02 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
70.05 g
Other:
1.04 g
Protein:
15.42 g
Fats:
18.09 g
Carbs:
1.56 g
Water:
63.12 g
Other:
1.81 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +157.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +74% |
~equal in
Water
~63.12g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.91 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.66 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.66 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.839 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.158 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.657 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -50.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +93.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +180.5% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated Fat |
|
||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
Opinion |
| Calories | 157kcal | 235kcal |
|
| Protein | 21.89g | 15.42g |
|
| Fats | 7.02g | 18.09g |
|
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg |
|
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.56g |
|
| Carbs | 0g | 1.56g |
|
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 160mg |
|
| Vitamin D | 17IU |
|
|
| Magnesium | 24mg | 16mg |
|
| Calcium | 13mg | 32mg |
|
| Potassium | 275mg | 229mg |
|
| Iron | 1.2mg | 1.07mg |
|
| Copper | 0.074mg | 0.111mg |
|
| Zinc | 1.57mg | 2.98mg |
|
| Phosphorus | 186mg | 155mg |
|
| Sodium | 59mg | 639mg |
|
| Vitamin A | 6IU | 0IU |
|
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg |
|
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg |
|
|
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg |
|
|
| Manganese | 0.018mg |
|
|
| Selenium | 22.4µg | 0µg |
|
| Vitamin B1 | 0.058mg | 0.054mg |
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.115mg | 0.165mg |
|
| Vitamin B3 | 5.2mg | 3.692mg |
|
| Vitamin B5 | 0.621mg |
|
|
| Vitamin B6 | 0.48mg | 0.208mg |
|
| Vitamin B12 | 0.42µg | 0.79µg |
|
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg |
|
|
| Folate | 7µg | 4µg |
|
| Choline | 33.9mg |
|
|
| Saturated Fat | 1.91g | 3.839g |
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.66g | 5.158g |
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.66g | 4.657g |
|
| Tryptophan | 0.242mg | 0.175mg |
|
| Threonine | 0.957mg | 0.686mg |
|
| Isoleucine | 1.099mg | 0.802mg |
|
| Leucine | 1.704mg | 1.229mg |
|
| Lysine | 1.996mg | 1.453mg |
|
| Methionine | 0.616mg | 0.447mg |
|
| Phenylalanine | 0.857mg | 0.612mg |
|
| Valine | 1.141mg | 0.819mg |
|
| Histidine | 0.66mg | 0.481mg |
|
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.01g | 0g |
|
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0g |
|
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey sausage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey breast is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey breast is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey breast contains less Sodium (difference - 580mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey breast is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.929g)
Which food is cheaper?
?
The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
?
It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
?
It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.