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Salmon

Fish, salmon, tipnuk, fermented (Alaska Native)

Nutrition Facts

Serving sizeper 100g
Amount per serving
Calories159
% Daily Value
  • Total Fat 10.6 g14%
  • Saturated Fat —
  • Trans Fat —
  • Cholesterol —
  • Sodium —
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g0%
  • Dietary Fiber —
  • Total Sugars —
  • Protein 15.9 g32%
  • Vitamin D —
  • Calcium —
  • Iron —
  • Potassium —
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
100g of Fish, salmon contains 159 kcal calories and 15.9g protein per USDA FoodData Central.

Calorie breakdown

How calories are distributed across macronutrients

159kcal
  • Protein40%(64 kcal)
  • Carbs0%(0 kcal)
  • Fat60%(95 kcal)

Nutrient density

31/ 100

Meets ≥10% Daily Value for 5 of 8 nutrients

Moderate nutrient density

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Category: American Indian / Alaska Native Foods

Low carbKeto-friendlyGluten-free

Full nutrient breakdown

per 100g
Macronutrients▾
Macronutrients
NutrientAmount% DV
Calories

Total food energy released when the food is metabolized, expressed in kilocalories per 100 grams.

Also known as: Calories, kcal

159 kcal8%
Protein

Macronutrient made of amino acids; essential for building and repairing tissue, enzymes, and hormones.

15.9 g32%
Carbohydrates

Total carbohydrates, including sugars, starches, and fiber. The body's primary energy source.

Also known as: Carbohydrates

0 g0%
Total fat

Sum of all dietary fats (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans). A concentrated energy source and carrier of fat-soluble vitamins.

Also known as: Total Lipid, Fat

10.6 g14%
Minerals▾
Minerals
NutrientAmount% DV
Phosphorus

Mineral that works with calcium to form bones and is a component of DNA and ATP.

46 mg4%
Vitamins▾
Vitamins
NutrientAmount% DV
Thiamin (B1)

B-vitamin required for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous-system function.

Also known as: Vitamin B1, Thiamine

0.13 mg11%
Riboflavin (B2)

B-vitamin involved in energy production and cellular function via the coenzymes FAD and FMN.

Also known as: Vitamin B2

0.15 mg12%
Niacin (B3)

B-vitamin that contributes to DNA repair and energy metabolism through its coenzymes NAD and NADP.

Also known as: Vitamin B3, Nicotinic Acid

1.9 mg12%
Other▾
Other
NutrientAmount% DV
Water

Water content of the food. Foods high in water tend to be lower in energy density and support hydration.

68.8 g—

Frequently asked questions about Salmon

How many calories in Salmon?

Salmon contains 159 kcal per 100 grams, sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

How much sodium is in Salmon?

Salmon contains 0 mg sodium and 0 mg cholesterol per 100 grams, per USDA FoodData Central.

What are the macros in Salmon?

Per 100 grams, Salmon contains 15.9 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates, and 10.6 g total fat.

Is Salmon good for keto or low-carb?

Yes — Salmon has 0 g net carbs per 100 g, fitting a low-carb plan.

Where does Salmon nutrition data come from?

Nutrition data for Salmon is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 168023). Browse the underlying record at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168023/nutrients.

Diet compatibility

  • Low carbUnder 10 g of net carbs per 100 g — compatible with low-carb and moderate-carb eating patterns.
  • Keto-friendlyLow enough in net carbs and high enough in fat to fit a standard ketogenic macro split without adjustment.
  • Gluten-freeFree of gluten-containing grains (wheat, rye, barley, malt) by USDA categorization. Verify packaging for heavily processed items.

Foods that pair well with Salmon

Complementary ingredients from related USDA categories — useful starting points when planning a meal around Salmon.

3 meal ideas using Salmon

Starter templates matched to Salmon's nutrient profile. Open the meal-plan generator to turn any of these into a full recipe with shopping list.

  • Breakfast

    Easy morning meal with salmon

    Use salmon alongside eggs, whole-grain toast, and fresh fruit for a breakfast that covers every macro without much effort.

  • Lunch

    Low-carb lunch built around salmon

    A big leafy salad with salmon, olive oil, seeds, and a hard-boiled egg keeps total carbs under 15 g while delivering satiating fats and protein.

  • Dinner

    Simple dinner with salmon

    Pair salmon with a lean protein and roasted seasonal vegetables for a weekday dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Where does this data come from?

Nutrient values are sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database — the U.S. Department of Agriculture's authoritative reference for food composition. Values are averaged across multiple samples to give you a representative reading per 100 grams of edible portion.

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 168023), accessed 2019-04-01.

Published: 2019-04-01

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