🐟 Protein in Salmon
Salmon has 20 g of protein per 100 g, along with 208 kcal, 0 g carbs and 13 g fat. That means 38% of its calories come from protein — it sits in the seafood group of the Procaaf food database.
Protein
20 g
Calories
208
Carbs
0 g
Fats
13 g
Protein by portion size
| Portion | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 g | 62 | 6 g | 0 g | 3.9 g |
| 50 g | 104 | 10 g | 0 g | 6.5 g |
| 100 g | 208 | 20 g | 0 g | 13 g |
| 150 g | 312 | 30 g | 0 g | 19.5 g |
| 200 g | 416 | 40 g | 0 g | 26 g |
Higher-protein alternatives
- Ham — 21 g per 100 g
- Scallops — 21 g per 100 g
- Trout — 21 g per 100 g
- BBQ Beef Brisket — 22 g per 100 g
- Deli Roast Beef — 22 g per 100 g
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Frequently asked questions
- How much protein is in salmon?
- Salmon contains 20 g of protein per 100 g, alongside 208 kcal, 0 g carbs and 13 g fat.
- How much protein is in 200 g of salmon?
- A 200 g portion of salmon gives about 40 g protein and 416 calories.
- Is salmon a good protein source?
- It contributes protein, but only about 38% of its calories come from protein, so treat it as a supporting food rather than your main protein anchor.
- How many calories are in 30 g of salmon?
- 30 g of salmon has roughly 62 calories, 6 g protein, 0 g carbs and 3.9 g fat.