Calories in salmon
Salmon (½ fillet, 178 g) has 367 calories, with 39.3 g of protein, 0 g of carbohydrates and 22 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 206 kcal.
Values are for Fish, salmon, Atlantic, farmed, cooked, dry heat. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.
Salmon
Per ½ fillet (178 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in salmon by serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 206 | 22.1 g | 0 g | 12.3 g |
| 3 oz | 85 g | 175 | 18.8 g | 0 g | 10.5 g |
| ½ fillet | 178 g | 367 | 39.3 g | 0 g | 22 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 58 | 6.3 g | 0 g | 3.5 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 44%Carbs 0%Fat 56%
Salmon has a medium energy density (2.1 kcal per gram). It provides 10.7 g of protein per 100 kcal, which makes it a lean protein source.
Meat & fish: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuna (canned in water) | 86 | 19.4 g | 0 g | 1 g |
| Shrimp | 99 | 24 g | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Cod | 105 | 22.8 g | 0 g | 0.9 g |
| Tilapia | 128 | 26.1 g | 0 g | 2.6 g |
| Turkey breast | 136 | 29.5 g | 0 g | 2 g |
| Ham (deli slices) | 164 | 16.6 g | 3.6 g | 8.8 g |
| Chicken breast | 165 | 31 g | 0 g | 3.6 g |
| Chicken thigh | 179 | 24.8 g | 0 g | 8.2 g |
| Salmon | 206 | 22.1 g | 0 g | 12.3 g |
| Pork chop | 209 | 25.6 g | 0 g | 11.1 g |
| Chicken wing | 254 | 23.8 g | 0 g | 16.9 g |
| Sirloin steak | 257 | 26.8 g | 0 g | 15.8 g |
| Ground beef (80/20) | 270 | 25.8 g | 0 g | 17.8 g |
| Bacon | 468 | 33.9 g | 1.7 g | 35.1 g |
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 175168. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in salmon?
367 calories in ½ fillet (178 g), or 206 calories per 100 g.
How much protein is in salmon?
39.3 g of protein in ½ fillet (178 g) (22.1 g per 100 g).
How many carbs are in salmon?
0 g of carbohydrates in ½ fillet (178 g).