Tongue, lamb, raw

Lamb tongue is an organ meat, and the figures here describe it raw. It mainly provides protein and fat, with 15g of protein and 15g of fat per 100g. It also contains vitamin B12, at 7µg per 100g, and salt, at 1.1g per 100g. Other nutrients present include iron, zinc and several other B vitamins.

Protein contributes to the growth and repair of body tissues, while vitamin B12 supports normal nerve function and the formation of red blood cells. The salt content is worth noting for people monitoring their salt intake. Cooking and any added ingredients can change the nutritional content of the prepared food. Full nutritional figures for raw lamb tongue are provided in the tables below.