With today’s increased focus on including a diverse selection of foods in the diet, veal is a delicious and nutritious choice for adding variety to meals. Veal is an excellent source of protein, and a good source of niacin, zinc, and vitamins B-12 and B-6. We rely on protein and B-vitamins to help increase energy. Zinc is necessary to maintain immune function and plays a vital role in growth and cognitive development. By including veal as part of a well balanced diet we help ensure our bodies get the nutrients they need to remain active and healthy.

Veal’s nutritional profile tells a powerful story. Current U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) data shows that a three-ounce serving of cooked, trimmed veal provides less than 10% of the calories and total fat recommended for a 2,000 calorie diet while providing greater than 10% of the daily value for protein, zinc, niacin, and vitamins B-12 and B-6. In addition a three-ounce serving of veal has only 100 mg of cholesterol. In the 2000 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the USDA recommends consuming a diet with less than 300 mg of cholesterol per day. As a nutrient dense, low fat food veal fits easily into the USDA guidelines for following a healthy diet.