BeslySalmon: Calories, Protein, Carbs & Fat
How many calories are in salmon? 179 per 100 g, and 152 for 1 serving (85 g). That serving carries 16.9 g protein, 0 g carbs and 8.8 g fat.
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Salmon serving sizes: calories and macros
| Serving | Grams | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 | 179 | 19.9 | 0 | 10.4 |
| 1 oz | 28.4 | 51 | 5.6 | 0 | 2.9 |
| 1 serving | 85 | 152 | 16.9 | 0 | 8.8 |
Where the calories in salmon come from
Counting protein and carbs at 4 calories per gram and fat at 9, salmon gets 46% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbs and 54% from fat. This split is calculated from the macros listed per 100 g (19.9 g protein, 0 g carbs, 10.4 g fat).
Sodium, fiber, sugar and saturated fat in salmon
A 1 serving (85 g) of salmon also contains 47.6 mg sodium, 0 g fiber and 1.1 g saturated fat.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 serving (85 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 56 mg | 47.6 mg |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.3 g | 1.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 60.4 mg |
| Potassium | 628 mg | 533.8 mg |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 12.8 mg |
| Iron | 1 mg | 0.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
How salmon compares with similar foods
Besly has few foods in the same group, so this compares salmon with the closest foods by calories per 100 g. At 179 kcal it is number 4 of 5, sorted from lowest to highest.
| Food (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuna | 90 | 19 | 0.1 | 0.9 |
| Shrimp | 99 | 24 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Tilapia | 128 | 26.2 | 0 | 2.6 |
| Salmon (this page) | 179 | 19.9 | 0 | 10.4 |
| Yuca (Cassava) | 191 | 1.4 | 39.6 | 3 |
Forms and preparations of salmon
Across the 7 forms listed for salmon, calories range from 117 kcal per 100 g (Fish, salmon, smoked) to 307 kcal per 100 g (Fish, salmon, fried).
| Form or preparation (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g | Default serving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon (main entry) | 179 | 19.9 | 0 | 10.4 | 1 serving (85 g): 152 kcal |
| Fish, salmon, raw | 188 | 20.4 | 0 | 11.2 | 1 cup (135 g): 254 kcal |
| Fish, salmon, grilled | 259 | 25.9 | 0 | 16.5 | 1 small/regular fillet (140 g): 363 kcal |
| Fish, salmon, steamed | 237 | 25.8 | 0 | 14.1 | 1 small/regular fillet (140 g): 332 kcal |
| Fish, salmon, fried | 307 | 17.4 | 11.7 | 20.7 | 1 cup (135 g): 414 kcal |
| Fish, salmon, smoked | 117 | 18.3 | 0 | 4.3 | 1 cup (135 g): 158 kcal |
| Fish, salmon, canned | 136 | 24.6 | 0 | 4.2 | 1 small can (75 g): 102 kcal |
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 serving of salmon?
1 serving (85 g) of salmon has 152 calories, with 16.9 g protein, 0 g carbs and 8.8 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of salmon?
100 g of salmon has 179 calories, 19.9 g protein, 0 g carbs and 10.4 g fat. One ounce (28.4 g) is 51 calories.
Is salmon low in carbs?
Carbs supply 0% of the calories in salmon (protein 46%, fat 54%). Per 100 g there are 0 g of carbs, and 1 serving (85 g) has 0 g, including 0 g of fiber.
Recipes with salmon
- Herb-Baked Salmon with Lemon
- Citrus-Glazed Salmon Fillets
- Baked Salmon with Broccoli
- Baked Salmon with Potatoes
- Oven-Baked Tandoori Salmon
- Baked Fit Teriyaki Salmon
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, via the Besly food database (source tag “usda”, record us.generic.salmon). Data snapshot: October 16, 2026. Values are averages for the food as described and vary by brand, ripeness and preparation. Serving sizes come from the same record.