Calories in Anchovies (raw)

Anchovies (raw) has about 20 calories per 3 pieces (15 g), with 3.1 g protein, 0 g carbs and 0.7 g fat. Per 100 g it has 131 kcal.

High proteinGood iron source
20kcal
Calories · 3 pieces (15 g)
3.1g
Protein · 3 pieces (15 g)
0g
Carbs · 3 pieces (15 g)
0.7g
Fat · 3 pieces (15 g)
Carbs 0%Protein 65%Fat 35%share of calories

Anchovies (raw) calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
3 pieces (15 g)20 kcal3.1 g0 g0.7 g
100 g131 kcal20.4 g0 g4.8 g

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Anchovies (raw) nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer 3 pieces (15 g)
Calories131 kcal20 kcal
Protein20.4 g3.1 g
Carbohydrates0 g0 g
Fat4.8 g0.7 g
Fibre0 g0 g
Sugar0 g0 g
Sodium104 mg16 mg
Calcium147 mg22 mg
Iron3.3 mg0.5 mg
Potassium383 mg57 mg
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are for the ready-to-eat form unless the name says raw or dry, and vary with recipe, oil and portion.

Coach's take: is Anchovies (raw) healthy?

  • ●Anchovies (raw) is low in calories for its volume at 131 kcal per 100 g. About 0% of its calories come from carbs, 65% from protein and 35% from fat.
  • ●For fat loss it's an easy fit: you get a satisfying portion for relatively few calories.
  • ●It's low in protein (3.1 g in 3 pieces (15 g)), so if you're building muscle, pair it with dal, paneer, curd, eggs or chicken.

To burn it off: 3 pieces (15 g) (20 kcal) takes about 4 min of brisk walking or 2 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Anchovies (raw): frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one serving of Anchovies (raw)?

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One serving of Anchovies (raw), 3 pieces (15 g), has roughly 20 calories, with 3.1 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates, 0.7 g fat and 0 g fibre.

How many calories are in 100 g of Anchovies (raw)?

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100 g of Anchovies (raw) has 131 kcal, with 20.4 g protein, 0 g carbs, 4.8 g fat, 0 g fibre and 0 g sugar.

How much protein is in Anchovies (raw)?

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Anchovies (raw) has 20.4 g protein per 100 g (3.1 g in 3 pieces (15 g)). Protein provides about 65% of its calories.

Is Anchovies (raw) good for weight loss?

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Yes. At 131 kcal per 100 g it is low in calories for its volume, so it fits a weight-loss diet well.

How long does it take to burn off one serving of Anchovies (raw)?

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Burning roughly 20 kcal takes about 4 minutes of brisk walking or 2 minutes of running for a 70 kg adult. It takes longer if you're lighter and less time if you're heavier.

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