Dry turkey gravy mix has 367 kcal per 100 g powder and 4 390 mg sodium. Reconstituted, a serving has roughly 30 kcal and 175 mg sodium. Always log the prepared gravy, not the powder weight – the 5–10x dilution factor changes the numbers dramatically.
How should I track Gravy, turkey, dry?
Gravy, turkey, dry is a good source of iron. Small amounts of Gravy, turkey, dry add up faster than most people realize. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found that condiments are among the most frequently omitted items in food logs — skipped 1–80% of the time. A tablespoon of mayo or dressing can add 50–100 calories, and most people use two or three tablespoons without measuring. The fix is simple: keep a teaspoon or scale near your plate and measure once. Sauces and dressings are often the hidden reason a "healthy" salad ends up at 600+ calories.