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Applegate Naturals Savory Turkey Breakfast Sausage 10 ea
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📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Applegate Naturals Savory Turkey Breakfast Sausage 10 ea

Applegate Naturals
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
90
Calories
11g
Protein
1g
Sugars
440mg
Sodium
36
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Applegate Naturals Savory Turkey Breakfast Sausage is presented as a chilled, ready-to-cook alternative to traditional pork links, typically found in the refrigerated natural/organic meat aisle or a dedicated breakfast-meats case near bacon, pre-cooked sausages, and other Applegate products. Shoppers often spot it alongside other “natural” and antibiotic-free brands rather than in the mainstream packaged meat bay. It fits into morning routines and quick convenience meals — think weekday breakfasts, weekend brunch spreads, and meal-prep Sundays when families want a faster protein option. The brand positions itself toward health-conscious consumers and parents who value clean-label claims: antibiotic-free poultry, no added growth hormones, and simple ingredient language. Packaging and label cues emphasize a “natural” health halo rather than certified organic status; the sleeve art and copy lean modest and family-friendly rather than flashy or child-targeted. In plain terms, this is an industrially processed, shaped turkey sausage product made from ground turkey plus water, small amounts of cane sugar and salt, spices, and rosemary extract — manufactured and packaged for convenience. Sensory notes: the links have a fine, tender grind and slightly springy texture when cooked, with mild savory seasoning and subtle herb lift from rosemary; they brown at the edges and release moderate juices. Typical packaging is a sealed plastic tray or film sleeve containing 10 individual pieces (7 oz total), designed for quick skillet-frying or microwave reheating and commonly used in breakfast sandwiches, paired with eggs and toast, or crumbled into casseroles. The product’s story is one of approachable, convenience-minded natural branding in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol45mg15%
Sodium440mg19%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein11g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Turkey**,, Water,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of, the, Following:, Cane, Sugar,, Salt,, Spices,, Rosemary, Extract., **Turkey, Never, Administered, Antibiotics,, Added, Growth, Hormones,, or, Fed, Animal, By-Products., Federal, Regulations, Prohibit, the, Use, of, Added, Hormones, in, Poultry..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This is an industrially processed, ready-to-cook meat product with added water, sugar, salt and flavoring agents and produced into a shaped sausage format, fitting NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed). The formulation and manufacturing processes transform the raw turkey into a convenience food with additives and industrial preparation.

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Common Questions about Applegate Naturals Savory Turkey Breakfast Sausage 10 ea

The turkey sausage can definitely fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a high-protein option. At 90 calories and 11 grams of protein per serving, it offers a nice boost without loading up on sugars or carbs. Just keep in mind that it does contain some sodium, so if you're watching your salt intake, moderation is key!

Perfect For

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