Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked
Per 100 g, Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked provides 99 kcal, making it a relatively low-calorie food. It contains 24 g of protein, 0.2 g of carbohydrate and 0.28 g of fat. Per 100 g it is an excellent source of protein.
Full nutrition facts per 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | %DV* |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 24 g | 48% |
| Total fat | 0.28 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Sodium | 111 mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.51 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 39 mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 189 mg | 63% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet (FDA). Your needs may differ.
About Crustaceans
Cooked shrimp are a lean shellfish popular in stir-fries, pasta, curries and cold seafood salads, prized for how quickly they cook and how little fat they carry. A 100 g portion delivers 99 kcal and 24 g of protein, one of the higher protein-to-calorie ratios among seafood, with only 0.28 g of fat and virtually no carbohydrate (0.2 g). They also provide 259 mg of potassium, 70 mg of calcium, 39 mg of magnesium and 111 mg of sodium, but notably 189 mg of cholesterol.
The high protein content makes shrimp a useful option for anyone building meals around lean protein sources, and their minimal fat and carbohydrate mean the calories come almost entirely from protein itself. The cholesterol figure is often highlighted, but mainstream nutrition guidance now focuses more on overall saturated fat intake than on cholesterol from a single food like shrimp. Because pre-cooked shrimp can carry added sodium from brining or seasoning, a practical tip is to rinse them briefly before use if you are watching sodium intake.