How much turkey jerky do I need for 30 g of protein?

About 71 g — roughly 2.5 oz — of turkey jerky provides 30 g of protein, based on its 42 g of protein per 100 g.

How much protein is in turkey jerky?

Turkey jerky has about 42 g of protein per 100 g, at roughly 313 kcal per 100 g.

Is turkey jerky a good way to hit protein goals on a GLP-1?

Yes — turkey jerky is protein-dense, so a modest portion goes a long way when your appetite is reduced.

How much turkey jerky to hit 30 g of protein?

You’d need about

71 g

roughly 2.5 oz · 224 kcal

Turkey jerky is one of the most protein-dense foods you can eat, so it takes only about 71 g (2.5 oz) to reach 30 g of protein. That makes it an efficient choice on a low-appetite day, when every bite has to count.

42 gprotein / 100 g

313kcal / 100 g

13.4 gprotein / 100 kcal

How much turkey jerky for different protein targets

Protein target	Turkey jerky	In ounces
15 g	36 g	1.3 oz
20 g	48 g	1.7 oz
25 g	60 g	2.1 oz
30 g	71 g	2.5 oz
40 g	95 g	3.4 oz
50 g	119 g	4.2 oz

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Questions

How much turkey jerky do I need for 30 g of protein?: About 71 g — roughly 2.5 oz — of turkey jerky provides 30 g of protein, based on its 42 g of protein per 100 g.
How much protein is in turkey jerky?: Turkey jerky has about 42 g of protein per 100 g, at roughly 313 kcal per 100 g.
Is turkey jerky a good way to hit protein goals on a GLP-1?: Yes — turkey jerky is protein-dense, so a modest portion goes a long way when your appetite is reduced.

Figures are approximate estimates per 100 g and vary by brand, cut, and preparation. This is general information, not medical or nutritional advice. See our Medical Disclaimer.