Veal Facts
How Nutritious is veal?
Veal is an excellent source of protein, niacin, zinc, and vitamins B12 and B6.
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How about calories?
On average, a trimmed, cooked three-ounce serving of veal contains a scant 166 calories.
How much fat does veal contain?
Veal is low in fat compared to other animal-protein sources.
How much of an issue is cholesterol?
The USDA reveals that a three-ounce, cooked, trimmed veal serving contains 100 milligrams (mg) of cholesterol. The American Heart Association recommends not more than 300 mg of cholesterol a day.
Is veal expensive?
Milk-fed veal is typically priced higher per pound than some meats, but it has very little waste because of its low fat content. Therefore, a pound of veal can yield three or four servings. When compared on a servings per pound basis, veal turns out to be a good value.