Reindeer Calories and nutrition facts · Steaks and chops
- Carbs
- 0 g
- Fibre
- 0 g
- Sugars
- 0 g
- Protein
- 23.7 g
- Fat
- 5 g
Where the calories come from
Reindeer has 140 kcal per serving (110 g), with 0 g carbs, 0 g fibre, 23.7 g protein and 5 g fat. 100 g has 127 kcal.
Share of your daily needs in one serving
How much is too much
About 521 g of reindeer a day reaches the EU safe upper level for zinc: 25 mg, the most an adult can have every day without risk of harm. That's 4.7 × serving (110 g).
Diet tags
Last updated November 2, 2026 · Where the data comes from
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How it compares with other steaks and chops
Per 100 g, against the 136 steaks and chops in our catalog.
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Calories 127 kcal · typical 171 kcal
Fewer calories than 79% of steaks and chops.
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Protein 21.6 g · typical 22.3 g
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Vitamin B12 6.3 µg · typical 1.4 µg
More vitamin B12 than 90% of steaks and chops.
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Zinc 4.8 mg · typical 3.2 mg
More zinc than 80% of steaks and chops.
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Selenium 30 µg · typical 15.9 µg
More selenium than 95% of steaks and chops.
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Iron 6.7 mg · typical 2.1 mg
More iron than 93% of steaks and chops.
The bar shows this food; the line marks the typical (median) value of the category.
Learn about reindeer
What are the health benefits of reindeer meat?
Reindeer meat is a lean source of protein, rich in essential nutrients such as iron, zinc, and B vitamins. It is also lower in fat and cholesterol compared to other types of red meat, making it a heart-healthy option. Additionally, reindeer meat contains omega-3 fatty acids, which support brain health and reduce inflammation in the body.
What are the health risks associated with eating reindeer?
Reindeer meat is typically lean and rich in nutrients such as protein, iron, and B vitamins. However, it is important to be cautious about consuming raw or undercooked reindeer meat as it may pose a risk of parasites or bacterial infections. Cooking reindeer meat thoroughly can help mitigate these risks and ensure its safe consumption.
Are there any known allergies to reindeer meat?
While rare, some individuals may have allergies to reindeer meat similar to other red meats. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional if you suspect an allergy, and to be cautious when introducing new foods to the diet.
Nutrients in reindeer
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% of the daily value for a healthy adult. Your own needs depend on age, sex and activity.
Energy and macros
Vitamins
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Vitamin A (RAE) 6µg1% of daily
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Vitamin D 0.20µg1% of daily
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Vitamin E 0.84mg8% of daily
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Vitamin K 1µg1% of daily
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Vitamin B1 0.10mg12% of daily
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Vitamin B2 0.20mg13% of daily
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78% of daily
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Vitamin B6 0.50mg31% of daily
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2% of daily
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Vitamin B12 6µg158% of daily
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Vitamin C 0mg0% of daily
Minerals
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Salt 242mg5% of max
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Calcium 13mg1% of daily
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Chromium 0.50µg2% of daily
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Copper 0.44mg34% of daily
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Fluoride 0.01mg
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Iodine 6µg4% of daily
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Iron 7mg42% of daily
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Magnesium 33mg11% of daily
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Manganese 0.08mg3% of daily
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Molybdenum 0.01mg8% of daily
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Phosphorus 310mg56% of daily
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Potassium 440mg13% of daily
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Selenium 30µg43% of daily
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Sodium 95mg5% of max
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Zinc 4.80mg52% of daily
Carbohydrates
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Starch 0g
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Sugars 0g0% of max
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Added Sugars 0g0% of max
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Sucrose 0g
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Maltose 0g
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Fructose 0g
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Galactose no data
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Glucose 0g
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Fibre, total 0g0% of daily
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Polyols 0g
Fats
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Omega-3 0.09g
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Alpha-linolenic acid 29mg
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EPA fatty acid 14mg
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DHA fatty acid 0mg
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Omega-6 0.26g
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Linoleic acid 189mg
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Arachidonic acid 70mg
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Oleic acid 1,425mg
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Saturated fatty acids 2.32g10% of max
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Palmitic acid 1,219mg
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Stearic acid 0.84g
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Cholesterol 52mg
Amino acids
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Histidine 0.90g91% of daily
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Isoleucine 1.02g77% of daily
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Leucine 1.87g64% of daily
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Lysine 2.05g77% of daily
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Methionine 0.51g38% of daily
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Cysteine no data
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Phenylalanine 1.01g44% of daily
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Tyrosine 0.74g62% of daily
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Tryptophan 0.35g99% of daily
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Threonine 0.97g69% of daily
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Valine 1.06g63% of daily
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Alanine 1.21g
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Arginine 1.35g
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Asparagine no data
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Cystine 0.16g23% of daily
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Glutamic acid 3.55g
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Glutamine no data
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Glycine 0.95g
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Proline 0.70g
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Serine 0.80g
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Hydroxyproline no data
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Taurine no data
Amino acid data is mapped from the USDA database, for information only.
Reindeer in other food databases
The same food in national food composition databases, next to ours. Per 100 g.
BLS: “Reindeer meat, raw” · Fineli: “Reindeer”. Databases measure different samples, so some spread is normal. Nutriely's values are what the app uses. Sources and licences.
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Where the data comes from
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