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Beef Kidney — BraisedA
Proteins · #7 of 34

Beef Kidney

Braised · Organ meats

69/100A tier
Calories114
Protein17.4g
Fiber0g
Sodium119mg
Sugar—g

Graded A — 69 out of 100, #7 of 34 proteins. Clean label carries the score (88/100); omega-3 drags it down (3/100).

The short version: A selenium monster — one serving covers multiple days.

The catch: Distinct flavor — soak in milk or salted water before cooking.

Nutrition facts

Nutrition Facts

per 100g
Calories114
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.3g4%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 314mg105%
Sodium 119mg5%
Dietary Fiber 0g
Protein 17.4g35%
Vitamin B12 22mcg917%
Selenium 164mcg298%
Niacin 8mg50%
* % Daily Values use FDA label references (2,000-calorie diet). Micronutrient %DV uses the same reference values as our scoring. Values: USDA SR Legacy or the manufacturer/chain’s published label.

Why it scored 69

Clean label ×1588
Protein quality (DIAAS) ×2087
Micronutrients ×3076
Protein ×2561
Omega-3 ×103

Each factor is scored 0–100, then combined with the weights shown. Read the full methodology.

Where it ranks

#7 of 34 in Proteins. Why per-100-calorie scoring changes everything →

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Questions people ask

Is Beef Kidney healthy?

It grades A — 69 out of 100, #7 of 34 proteins in our system. A selenium monster — one serving covers multiple days.

How many calories are in Beef Kidney?

114 calories per 100g. For context, that is scored per 100 calories here, which is why energy-dense foods can grade lower than you’d expect.

How is the nutrition score for Beef Kidney calculated?

Each factor (protein, fiber, micronutrients, and others depending on the category) is scored 0–100 against a fixed benchmark, then combined with published weights. See the score breakdown above or read the full methodology.

A note before you eat your screen: grades are computed from published nutrition data with a transparent formula. They are a starting point for thinking about food, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian about your diet.