Veal, sirloin, separable lean only, raw
FDC 173840oz (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 73 · +1 vs Lamb, veal & game medianLean veal sirloin scores 73 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, placing it in the Good band at rank 27 of 60 within Lamb, veal & game, just ahead of the category median of 72. Its single standout nutrient is protein, reaching 40% of the Daily Value.
Sirloin is a tender cut suited to quick pan-searing or grilling rather than long braising, and a one-ounce (28 g) portion carries just 2.59 g of fat, among the leaner options in its category. Sodium sits at a modest 80 mg per 100 g, and no limits are flagged, making this a straightforward lean protein choice for weeknight cooking.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 110 kcal | 6% |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.78 g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 20 g | 40% |
| Potassium | 348 mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 26 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.25 mg | 2% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 31 kcal | 2% |
| Total fat | 0.73 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22 g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% |
| Potassium | 97 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 3.1 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.22 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 7.3 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07 mg | 0% |
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FDC 173840Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the lamb, veal & game median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Veal sirloin is pale pink, fine-grained, and milder in flavor than beef, which makes it well suited to quick, high-heat cooking rather than long braising. It is a classic choice for scaloppine, thin-pounded and pan-seared in butter with lemon and capers, or for a quick marsala or mushroom sauce. Because the lean-only cut has very little fat to keep it moist, overcooking dries it out fast, so most preparations call for searing for just a minute or two per side and pairing it with a pan sauce built from the browned bits left in the pan. It can also be cut into thin medallions and quickly grilled alongside vegetables for a simple weeknight dinner.
Choose veal that is light pink and moist-looking rather than pale gray or slick, and keep it refrigerated for two to three days, cooking or freezing it promptly. This cut is very lean, with just 2.59 g of fat per 100 g, while providing 20.2 g of protein per 100 g, about 40% of the daily value in a serving, so it works well as the centerpiece of a light dinner built around a quick pan sauce, sauteed greens, and a starch like rice or potatoes.
Frequently asked questions about veal, sirloin
How is veal sirloin best cooked?
Because it is very lean, veal sirloin is best cooked quickly over high heat, as in scaloppine, rather than braised for a long time.
Is veal sirloin a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides 20.2 grams of protein per 100 grams, about 40% of the daily value in a serving.
Is veal sirloin low in sodium?
Yes, at 80 milligrams per 100 grams it is naturally low in sodium.