BeslyShrimp: Calories, Protein, Carbs & Fat
A serving of shrimp listed as 1 serving (85 g) has 84 calories, 20.4 g of protein, 0.2 g of carbs and 0.3 g of fat. Per 100 g that is 99 kcal.
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Shrimp serving sizes: calories and macros
| Serving | Grams | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 | 99 | 24 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| 1 oz | 28.4 | 28 | 6.8 | 0.1 | 0.1 |
| 1 serving | 85 | 84 | 20.4 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
Where the calories in shrimp come from
Counting protein and carbs at 4 calories per gram and fat at 9, shrimp gets 96% of its calories from protein, 1% from carbs and 3% from fat. This split is calculated from the macros listed per 100 g (24 g protein, 0.2 g carbs, 0.3 g fat).
Sodium, fiber, sugar and saturated fat in shrimp
A 1 serving (85 g) of shrimp also contains 94.3 mg sodium and 0 g saturated fat.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 serving (85 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 111 mg | 94.3 mg |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 189 mg | 160.7 mg |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 220.2 mg |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 59.5 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 0.4 mg |
How shrimp compares with similar foods
Besly has few foods in the same group, so this compares shrimp with the closest foods by calories per 100 g. At 99 kcal it is number 3 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 |
| Corn | 96 | 3.4 | 21 | 1.5 |
| Shrimp (this page) | 99 | 24 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Tilapia | 128 | 26.2 | 0 | 2.6 |
| Salmon | 179 | 19.9 | 0 | 10.4 |
Forms and preparations of shrimp
Across the 4 forms listed for shrimp, calories range from 99 kcal per 100 g (Shrimp) to 250 kcal per 100 g (Shrimp, dried).
| Form or preparation (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g | Default serving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrimp (main entry) | 99 | 24 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 1 serving (85 g): 84 kcal |
| Shrimp, NFS | 146 | 15.5 | 4.9 | 6.7 | 1 small/medium shrimp (10 g): 15 kcal |
| Shrimp, fried | 218 | 12.3 | 12.4 | 12.9 | 1 prawn (20 g): 44 kcal |
| Shrimp, dried | 250 | 51 | 0 | 3.4 | 1 cup (135 g): 338 kcal |
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 serving of shrimp?
1 serving (85 g) of shrimp has 84 calories, with 20.4 g protein, 0.2 g carbs and 0.3 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of shrimp?
100 g of shrimp has 99 calories, 24 g protein, 0.2 g carbs and 0.3 g fat. One ounce (28.4 g) is 28 calories.
Is shrimp low in carbs?
Carbs supply 1% of the calories in shrimp (protein 96%, fat 3%). Per 100 g there are 0.2 g of carbs, and 1 serving (85 g) has 0.2 g.
Recipes with shrimp
- Chinese Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli
- Grilled Shrimp with Cantaloupe-Avocado Salsa (Camarones a la Parrilla)
- Shrimp Guvec
- Prawn Masala (Shrimp Curry)
- Banh Xeo (Vietnamese Turmeric Crepe with Shrimp, Less Oil)
- Yum Woon Sen (Thai Glass Noodle Salad with Shrimp)
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, via the Besly food database (source tag “usda”, record us.generic.shrimp). 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.