Lamb Nutrition
Lamb is a prime source of high quality protein, vitamins, and minerals. Its protein is nutritionally complete, with all 8 amino acids in the proper ratio. A 3 ounce serving provides 43% of an adult male's Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for protein. Lamb is also high in B vitamins, niacin, zinc, and iron. On average, a 3-ounce serving of lamb has only 175 calories and meets the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) definition for lean.
| Nutritional Comparison PER 100 GRAMS | Lamb Leg | Pork (fresh ham) | Chicken (dark & light) | Beef Round | Turkey (dark & light) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 162 | 179 | 162 | 164 | 145 |
| Total Fat | 6.58g | 8.02g | 6.32g | 6.59g | 4.23g |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4g | 2.8g | 1.7g | 2.4g | 1.4g |
| Cholesterol | 75.7mg | 80.2mg | 75.3mg | 69.0mg | 64.4mg |