Canned Salmon

Fish, salmon, king, chinook, kippered, canned (Alaska Native)

Nutrition Facts

Serving sizeper 100g
Amount per serving
Calories266
% Daily Value
  • Total Fat 15,9 g20%
  • Saturated Fat
  • Trans Fat
  • Cholesterol
  • Sodium
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g0%
  • Dietary Fiber
  • Total Sugars
  • Protein 30,7 g61%
  • Vitamin D
  • Calcium 38 mg3%
  • Iron 1,7 mg9%
  • 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, canned (Alaska Native) contains 266 kcal calories, 30,7g protein, and 1,7mg iron per USDA FoodData Central.

Calorie breakdown

How calories are distributed across macronutrients

266kcal
  • Protein46%(123 kcal)
  • Carbs0%(0 kcal)
  • Fat54%(143 kcal)

Nutrient density

18/ 100

Meets ≥10% Daily Value for 5 of 9 nutrients

Low nutrient density

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  • Canned Salmon contains more protein per 100 g than a boiled egg — 31 g vs 13 g.

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

266 kcal13%
Protein

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

30,7 g61%
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

15,9 g20%
Minerals
Minerals
NutrientAmount% DV
Calcium

Mineral essential for bone and teeth structure, muscle contraction, and blood clotting.

38 mg3%
Iron

Mineral required for oxygen transport in hemoglobin and for energy metabolism.

1,7 mg9%
Vitamins
Vitamins
NutrientAmount% DV
Thiamin (B1)

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

Also known as: Vitamin B1, Thiamine

0,05 mg4%
Riboflavin (B2)

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

Also known as: Vitamin B2

0,14 mg11%
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

10,9 mg68%
Other
Other
NutrientAmount% DV
Water

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

51,2 g

Compare 14 USDA variants

Variants of Fish, salmon, king, chinook, smoked and canned (Alaska Native) cataloged in USDA FoodData Central, with calories and macros per 100 g.
VariantFDC IDCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Fish, salmon, king, chinook, smoked and canned (Alaska Native)16761415023,205,9
Fish, salmon, king, chinook, smoked, brined (Alaska Native)16761543039,9030
Fish, salmon, king, chinook, liver (Alaska Native)16761615616,64,38
Fish, salmon, coho (silver), raw (Alaska Native)16763914022,605,6
Fish, salmon, red, canned, bones removed (Alaska Native)16764216127,305,8
Fish, salmon, red, (sockeye), canned, smoked (Alaska Native)16764520635,207,3
Fish, salmon, red, (sockeye), kippered (Alaska Native)16764614124,504,8
Fish, salmon, king, with skin, kippered, (Alaska Native)16764720923,2013
Fish, salmon, tipnuk, fermented (Alaska Native)16802315915,9010,6
Fish, salmon, king, chinook, kippered, canned (Alaska Native)current16802426630,7015,9
Fish, salmon, sockeye (red), raw (Alaska Native)16804515321,907,3
Fish, Salmon, Chum, raw (Alaska Native)16804611620,703,7
Fish, salmon, king (chinook), raw (Alaska Native)16804718720,3011,7
Fish, salmon, chum, dried (Alaska Native)16805437862,1014,4

Frequently asked questions about Canned Salmon

How many calories in Canned Salmon?

Canned Salmon contains 266 kcal per 100 grams, sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

How much sodium is in Canned Salmon?

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

What are the macros in Canned Salmon?

Per 100 grams, Canned Salmon contains 30.7 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates, and 15.9 g total fat.

Is Canned Salmon good for keto or low-carb?

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

Where does Canned Salmon nutrition data come from?

Nutrition data for Canned Salmon is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 168024). Browse the underlying record at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168024/nutrients.

Diet compatibility

  • High proteinAt least 20% of calories come from protein, making this food a useful building block for muscle-focused meal plans.
  • 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 Canned Salmon

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

3 meal ideas using Canned Salmon

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  • Breakfast

    Protein-forward breakfast with Canned Salmon

    Canned Salmon pairs with eggs and whole-grain toast for a breakfast around 30 g of protein — a useful post-workout option or a filling start to the day.

  • Lunch

    Low-carb lunch built around canned Salmon

    A big leafy salad with canned 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 canned Salmon

    Pair canned 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: 168024), accessed 2019-04-01.

Published: 2019-04-01

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