🐟 Protein in Tilapia
Tilapia has 20 g of protein per 100 g, along with 96 kcal, 0 g carbs and 1.7 g fat. That means 83% of its calories come from protein — it sits in the seafood group of the Procaaf food database.
Protein
20 g
Calories
96
Carbs
0 g
Fats
1.7 g
Protein by portion size
| Portion | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 g | 29 | 6 g | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| 50 g | 48 | 10 g | 0 g | 0.9 g |
| 100 g | 96 | 20 g | 0 g | 1.7 g |
| 150 g | 144 | 30 g | 0 g | 2.6 g |
| 200 g | 192 | 40 g | 0 g | 3.4 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 tilapia?
- Tilapia contains 20 g of protein per 100 g, alongside 96 kcal, 0 g carbs and 1.7 g fat.
- How much protein is in 200 g of tilapia?
- A 200 g portion of tilapia gives about 40 g protein and 192 calories.
- Is tilapia a good protein source?
- Yes — about 83% of the calories in tilapia come from protein, which makes it an efficient protein source when you are eating in a deficit.
- How many calories are in 30 g of tilapia?
- 30 g of tilapia has roughly 29 calories, 6 g protein, 0 g carbs and 0.5 g fat.