Food guide

Elk

Roasted elk, a very lean game meat with high protein and little intramuscular fat.

Meat & PoultryProtein-Rich

Elk, a nutrient-dense meat & poultry food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of elk, roasted for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g roasted — 146 kcal per 100 g serving.

Nutrition information for Elk
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	146 kcal	146 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	30.2 g	30.2 g	20.7 g
Carbohydrate	0 g	0 g	0 g
Fat	1.9 g	1.9 g	1.3 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of elk, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Elk
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Folate	9 µg	9 µg	2%
Minerals
Calcium	5 mg	5 mg	<1%
Iron	3.6 mg	3.6 mg	20%
Magnesium	24 mg	24 mg	6%
Phosphorus	180 mg	180 mg	14%
Potassium	328 mg	328 mg	7%
Sodium	61 mg	61 mg	3%
Zinc	3.2 mg	3.2 mg	29%
Selenium	13 µg	13 µg	24%
Copper	0.14 mg	0.14 mg	16%
Manganese	0.013 mg	0.013 mg	<1%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Game meat, elk, cooked, roasted

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat elk?

A concentrated protein food for the calories it costs.
Roasted elk, a very lean game meat with high protein and little intramuscular fat.

How to include it

Cook to a safe temperature and serve with vegetables or a whole grain.
Typical pairing ideas: Juniper, Red wine, Greens.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.