Lamb tongue (raw, Swiss cut, New Zealand, imported) nutrition facts
Per 4 oz ยท 113 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein16g25% of calories
- Carbs0g0% of calories
- Fat21g75% of calories
- โ Keto-friendly
- โ Low sodium
- โ Sugar free
At a glance
One serving of Lamb tongue (raw, Swiss cut, New Zealand, imported) (4 oz, 113 g) has 254 calories, with 16 g of protein, 0 g of carbohydrates and 21 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (75% of calories). It is high in protein (32% DV), riboflavin (b2) (25% DV) and niacin (22% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 33% and 33% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein32%
- Riboflavin (B2)25%
- Niacin22%
- Vitamin B12287%
- Phosphorus23%
Good source of
10โ19% of the daily value
- Iron18%
- Zinc16%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Saturated fat33%
- Cholesterol33%
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 4 oz (113 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 6 ฮผg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 ฮผg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 1 mg | 4% |
| Thiamine | 0.1 mg | 9% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg | 25% |
| Niacin | 3 mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 7 ฮผg | 287% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1 mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 234 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 17 mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 160 mg | 23% |
| Zinc | 2 mg | 16% |
Full breakdown ยท 2 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Monounsaturated fats | 7 g | โ |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 1 g | โ |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
- Lamb tongue (cooked, braised)275
- Pork tongue (cooked, braised)271
- Beef tongue (cooked, boiled, New Zealand, imported)271
- Beef tongue (raw, New Zealand, imported)243
- Lamb tongue (raw, Swiss cut, New Zealand, imported)225
- Beef tongue (raw)224
- Lamb tongue (raw)222
Similar foods
64 calBeef tongue (raw)1 ozโ190 cal- 230 cal
Pork tongue (cooked, braised)3 ozโ24 cal - ๐234 calLamb tongue (cooked, braised)3 ozโ20 cal
- ๐78 calLamb tongue (raw)1 ozโ176 cal
- ๐230 calBeef tongue (cooked, boiled, New Zealand, imported)3 ozโ24 cal
- ๐275 calBeef tongue (raw, New Zealand, imported)4 oz+21 cal
Burning 254 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 48minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 31minCycling (moderate)
- 21minRunning (6 mph)
- 36minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Lamb tongue (raw, Swiss cut, New Zealand, imported)?
One serving of Lamb tongue (raw, Swiss cut, New Zealand, imported) (4 oz) has 254 calories, which works out to 225 calories per 100 g. That is about 13% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Lamb tongue (raw, Swiss cut, New Zealand, imported) high in protein?
It provides a solid 16 g of protein per serving (32% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 25% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Lamb tongue (raw, Swiss cut, New Zealand, imported) keto-friendly?
It can fit a ketogenic diet: 0 g of net carbs per serving, with carbs making up 0% of calories.
How much sodium is in Lamb tongue (raw, Swiss cut, New Zealand, imported)?
87 mg per serving, which meets the FDA definition of low sodium (140 mg or less).
How much sugar is in Lamb tongue (raw, Swiss cut, New Zealand, imported)?
0 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
