Calories in Salmon (raw)

Salmon (raw) has about 250 calories per 1 fillet (120 g), with 24.5 g protein, 0 g carbs and 16.1 g fat. Per 100 g it has 208 kcal.

High proteinMostly fat
250kcal
Calories · 1 fillet (120 g)
24.5g
Protein · 1 fillet (120 g)
0g
Carbs · 1 fillet (120 g)
16.1g
Fat · 1 fillet (120 g)
Carbs 0%Protein 40%Fat 60%share of calories

Salmon (raw) calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 fillet (120 g)250 kcal24.5 g0 g16.1 g
100 g208 kcal20.4 g0 g13.4 g

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Salmon (raw) nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer 1 fillet (120 g)
Calories208 kcal250 kcal
Protein20.4 g24.5 g
Carbohydrates0 g0 g
Fat13.4 g16.1 g
Fibre0 g0 g
Sugar0 g0 g
Sodium59 mg71 mg
Calcium9 mg11 mg
Iron0.3 mg0.4 mg
Potassium363 mg436 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 Salmon (raw) healthy?

  • ●Salmon (raw) is moderately calorie-dense at 208 kcal per 100 g. About 0% of its calories come from carbs, 40% from protein and 60% from fat.
  • ●For fat loss the protein helps keep you full and protects muscle while you're in a calorie deficit. Just watch the cooking oil.
  • ●With 24.5 g protein in 1 fillet (120 g), it makes a solid contribution to a muscle-building day. Most active adults aim for about 1.6 g protein per kg of body weight.

To burn it off: 1 fillet (120 g) (250 kcal) takes about 50 min of brisk walking or 23 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Salmon (raw): frequently asked questions

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

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One serving of Salmon (raw), 1 fillet (120 g), has roughly 250 calories, with 24.5 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates, 16.1 g fat and 0 g fibre.

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

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100 g of Salmon (raw) has 208 kcal, with 20.4 g protein, 0 g carbs, 13.4 g fat, 0 g fibre and 0 g sugar.

How much protein is in Salmon (raw)?

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Salmon (raw) has 20.4 g protein per 100 g (24.5 g in 1 fillet (120 g)). Protein provides about 40% of its calories.

Is Salmon (raw) good for weight loss?

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It can be. It gets 40% of its calories from protein, which keeps you full and protects muscle in a calorie deficit. Keep the added oil low.

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

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Burning roughly 250 kcal takes about 50 minutes of brisk walking or 23 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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