Food guide

Turkey Bacon

Cured turkey rashers, usually leaner than pork bacon, still a processed meat high in sodium.

Meat & Poultry

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of turkey bacon for fair comparison. Typical serving: 16 g (2 slices) — 253 kcal per 16 g serving.

Nutrition information for Turkey Bacon
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (16 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	1581 kcal	253 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	83.1 g	13.3 g	5.3 g
Carbohydrate	30 g	4.8 g	1.9 g
Fat	125 g	20 g	7.9 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 turkey bacon, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Turkey Bacon
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (16 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	8 µg	1.3 µg	<1%
Vitamin C	24 mg	3.8 mg	27%
Vitamin D	0.25 µg	0.04 µg	1%
Vitamin E	2.7 mg	0.43 mg	18%
Vitamin K	10.8 µg	1.7 µg	9%
Thiamin	0.029 mg	0.005 mg	2%
Riboflavin	0.18 mg	0.029 mg	14%
Niacin	6.2 mg	0.99 mg	39%
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg	0.064 mg	24%
Folate	6 µg	0.96 µg	2%
Vitamin B12	0.66 µg	0.11 µg	28%
Pantothenic acid	0.62 mg	0.099 mg	12%
Choline	56.9 mg	9.1 mg	10%
Minerals
Calcium	10 mg	1.6 mg	<1%
Iron	0.72 mg	0.12 mg	4%
Magnesium	19 mg	3 mg	5%
Phosphorus	145 mg	23.2 mg	12%
Potassium	156 mg	25 mg	3%
Sodium	900 mg	144 mg	39%
Zinc	1.6 mg	0.26 mg	15%
Selenium	19.4 µg	3.1 µg	35%
Copper	0.063 mg	0.01 mg	7%
Manganese	0.011 mg	0.002 mg	<1%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Bacon, turkey, low sodium

% 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 turkey bacon?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Cured turkey rashers, usually leaner than pork bacon, still a processed meat high in sodium.

How to include it

Cook to a safe temperature and serve with vegetables or a whole grain.
Typical pairing ideas: Eggs, Tomato, Avocado.

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.