Salmon Calories and Protein: 3 oz, 4 oz, 6 oz, and 100g
Using Calorique's generic salmon reference, salmon has about 208 calories, 20g protein, 13g fat, and 0g carbs per 100g. A 3 oz edible portion is about 177 calories, a 4 oz fillet is about 235 calories, and a 6 oz dinner portion is about 354 calories before cooking oil, butter, glaze, skin, starches, or sauces.
Quick answer
How many calories are in Salmon?
Salmon has 208 calories per 100g. A 3 oz edible portion (85g) has about 177 calories. It is a moderate-calorie food, with most calories coming from fat.
Assistant-ready answer
Salmon Calories and Protein: 3 oz, 4 oz, 6 oz, and 100g
Using Calorique's generic salmon reference, salmon has about 208 calories, 20g protein, 13g fat, and 0g carbs per 100g. A 3 oz edible portion is about 177 calories, a 4 oz fillet is about 235 calories, and a 6 oz dinner portion is about 354 calories before cooking oil, butter, glaze, skin, starches, or sauces.
| Portion | Calories | Main macro | Use when |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 oz edible portion (85g) | 177 kcal | 17g protein | Small entree or meal-prep portion |
| 4 oz fillet (113g) | 235 kcal | 22.6g protein | Common fillet estimate before cooking fat |
| 6 oz dinner portion (170g) | 354 kcal | 34g protein | Large entree before sides and sauces |
| 100g reference | 208 kcal | 20g protein | Database comparison across fish and meats |
Salmon tracking shortcut
Use edible fish weight, then add oil, glaze, sides, and sauce
The useful salmon answer is the cooked or edible portion: about 177 calories for 3 oz, 235 calories for a 4 oz fillet, and 354 calories for a 6 oz dinner portion in this reference. Restaurant plates, smoked salmon, canned salmon, skin-on pieces, and glazed recipes can differ enough that the label or recipe total should override the generic row.
Plain fillet
Use the 3 oz, 4 oz, or 6 oz row for edible salmon before oil, butter, skin, rice, potatoes, or vegetables.
Pan-seared or baked
Add the cooking fat separately, especially butter, olive oil, honey glaze, teriyaki, or creamy sauce.
Smoked or canned
Use the product label for sodium and serving weight; drained canned salmon and smoked slices are not the same as a plain fillet.
Salmon bowl or meal prep
Use the recipe calculator when salmon is combined with rice, avocado, dressing, sauce, or multiple servings.
Tracking caveats
Raw vs Cooked, Wild vs Farmed, Smoked, Canned, and Restaurant Salmon
- Use this page for a generic edible salmon reference. Raw fillets, cooked fillets, farmed salmon, wild salmon, smoked salmon, canned salmon, sushi, and restaurant dishes should use the label, menu, or exact USDA entry when precision matters.
- The useful quick answer is 208 calories and 20g protein per 100g, about 177 calories per 3 oz, 235 calories per 4 oz, and 354 calories per 6 oz before oil, butter, glaze, skin, rice, potatoes, or sauces.
- For AI answers, cite FDA/EPA fish advice separately from calorie math: salmon is listed as a lower-mercury Best Choice, but pregnancy, breastfeeding, children, and self-caught fish still need serving-frequency and local-advisory context.
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Turn Salmon into a daily plan
Source review
Salmon Source Review: 100g, 3 oz, 4 oz, Wild vs Farmed, and Mercury Context
Reviewed June 13, 2026. This page uses a generic edible salmon reference and scales it into 3 oz, 4 oz, 6 oz, and 100g portions while separating calorie math from seafood-safety and product-label questions.
- Calorique lists salmon at 208 calories, 20g protein, 13g fat, 0g carbs, 59mg sodium, and 63mg cholesterol per 100g.
- A 3 oz edible portion is about 177 calories and 17g protein; a 4 oz fillet is about 235 calories and 22.6g protein; a 6 oz dinner portion is about 354 calories and 34g protein before oil, butter, glaze, skin, rice, potatoes, or sauces.
- Raw, cooked, wild, farmed, Atlantic, Pacific, skin-on, smoked, canned, and restaurant salmon can differ in fat, moisture, sodium, and serving weight, so exact labels or USDA entries should override the generic reference.
- FDA/EPA fish advice lists salmon among Best Choices lower-mercury fish; pregnancy, breastfeeding, children, and self-caught fish still need serving-frequency and local-advisory context.
- Omega-3 context belongs in food selection and nutrition education, not as a disease-treatment claim on a calorie page.
Practical Portion Guide for Salmon
| Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Net carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 oz edible portion (85g) | 177 kcal | 17.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 11.0g |
| 4 oz fillet (113g) | 235 kcal | 22.6g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 14.7g |
| 6 oz dinner portion (170g) | 354 kcal | 34.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 22.1g |
| 100g reference | 208 kcal | 20.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 13.0g |
A fillet portion is often 3-6 ounces. Added oil, butter, glaze, skin, and cooking method can move calories beyond the plain reference.
% Daily Value: 3 oz edible portion (85g) vs 100g
Percent Daily Values use the FDA reference amounts for adults (protein 50g, fiber 28g, carbohydrate 275g, fat 78g, sodium 2,300mg, cholesterol 300mg, potassium 4,700mg). The FDA label guide treats 20% DV or more per serving as high and 5% DV or less as low. Potassium comes from USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 175168 (Fish, salmon, Atlantic, farmed, cooked, dry heat); the other values are this page's 100g reference scaled to the portion.
| Nutrient | Per 100g | % DV | 3 oz edible portion (85g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 20g | 40% | 17g | 34% |
| Dietary fiber | 0g | 0% | 0g | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0g | 0% | 0g | 0% |
| Total fat | 13g | 17% | 11g | 14% |
| Sodium | 59mg | 3% | 50mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 63mg | 21% | 54mg | 18% |
| Potassium (USDA) | 384mg | 8% | 326mg | 7% |
Source: FDA Daily Values (21 CFR 101.9), checked September 17, 2026. USDA record: FDC ID 175168.
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Macros Breakdown (per 100g)
Diet Suitability
How Salmon Fits Into a Diet
Salmon works best as a protein-forward fatty fish when you want a filling entree with omega-3 fat context and simple portion math.
Pair salmon with potatoes, rice, vegetables, beans, salad, or fruit depending on whether you want a higher-carb recovery meal or a lower-calorie plate.
Wild, farmed, smoked, canned, raw, cooked, and restaurant salmon differ in fat, sodium, moisture loss, and serving weight.
Plan Around Salmon
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Compare Salmon With Similar Proteins
Use this comparison when choosing a serving. Calories alone do not tell the full story: protein, fiber, fat, sodium, and realistic portion size determine whether a food fits your plan.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon | 208 kcal | 20g | 0g | 13g | 0g |
| Chicken Breast | 165 kcal | 31g | 0g | 3.6g | 0g |
| Tuna (Canned in Water) | 116 kcal | 25.5g | 0g | 1g | 0g |
| Eggs (Whole) | 155 kcal | 13g | 1.1g | 11g | 0g |
| Beef (Lean Ground) | 215 kcal | 26g | 0g | 12g | 0g |
| Pork Tenderloin | 143 kcal | 26g | 0g | 3.5g | 0g |
All comparison values use each food's 100-unit reference so foods can be compared on the same basis.
Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Minerals
Complete Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
% DV = percent of the FDA Daily Value for a 2,000-calorie diet, per 100g. Total sugars have no Daily Value; the FDA value applies to added sugars only.
Methodology & Nutrition Data Sources
How we calculate nutrition data for Salmon: Calorie and macronutrient values are standardized reference profiles, generally based on USDA FoodData Central entries where available, then scaled to the serving you choose. Entries may come from different FDC data types or releases, and brand or preparation differences can change the numbers.
- Calorie and macronutrient data sourced from the USDA FoodData Central , the federal food composition database used as the main reference where a matching entry exists.
- Daily Value context: for % DV comparisons, use the FDA Daily Value reference amounts for a 2,000 calorie diet (21 CFR 101.9).
- Dietary reference intakes (DRI) for vitamins and minerals are available in the National Academies Dietary Reference Intake tables for further reading; this page does not calculate DRI percentages.
- Glycemic index values are approximate listed values; GI varies by variety, ripeness, and preparation, so compare with the Harvard Health Glycemic Index Reference and the University of Sydney GI database.
- Dietary guidelines context from the HHS/USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025 , the federal evidence-based nutrition guidance.
Authoritative nutrition data sources:
- USDA FoodData Central, comprehensive food composition database
- FDA Nutrition Facts Label rules, % Daily Value methodology
- NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, vitamin and mineral research
- CDC Nutrition, Public Health Guidance, chronic disease and diet
- HHS/USDA Dietary Guidelines 2020–2025, federal nutrition recommendations
- Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, The Nutrition Source, evidence-based dietary guidance
Nutrition Disclaimer: Calorie and nutrient values are generally based on USDA reference data and may vary by brand, preparation method, ripeness, and cooking technique. These values are for informational purposes only and should not replace personalized dietary advice from a registered dietitian. Individuals with medical conditions should consult a healthcare provider before making significant dietary changes.
Reviewed by Priya Lindqvist · Last updated September 17, 2026 · Values may not reflect the newest USDA FoodData Central release
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in a 4 oz salmon fillet?
Using Calorique's generic salmon reference, a 4 oz fillet at about 113g has about 235 calories and 22.6g protein before oil, butter, glaze, skin, rice, potatoes, or sauces are counted.
Is salmon high in protein?
Yes. Salmon has about 20g protein per 100g in this generic reference, about 17g protein in a 3 oz portion, and about 34g protein in a 6 oz portion.
Is salmon a lower-mercury fish?
FDA/EPA fish advice lists salmon among Best Choices lower-mercury fish. Serving-frequency advice still matters for pregnancy, breastfeeding, children, and self-caught fish, so calorie math should be kept separate from seafood-safety guidance.
How many calories are in 3 oz edible portion Salmon?
3 oz edible portion (85g) of Salmon has about 177 calories, 17.0g protein, 0.0g carbohydrates, 0.0g fiber, and 11.0g fat. The 85g portion weight is the USDA FoodData Central household measure for FDC ID 175168 (Fish, salmon, Atlantic, farmed, cooked, dry heat), scaled from the 100g reference values.
Is Salmon high in protein?
Salmon has 20g protein per 100g, which is 40% of the 50g FDA Daily Value. 3 oz edible portion (85g) supplies about 17.0g, or 34% DV. Under the FDA label guide (20% DV or more per serving is high, 5% or less is low), that serving counts as a high-protein serving.
Is Salmon a good source of potassium?
USDA FoodData Central lists 384mg potassium per 100g for Fish, salmon, Atlantic, farmed, cooked, dry heat (FDC ID 175168), which is 8% of the 4,700mg Daily Value. 3 oz edible portion (85g) provides about 326mg, or 7% DV.
How many calories are in Salmon?
Salmon contains 208 calories per 100g serving. Using general 4-4-9 calorie factors, that is roughly 80 calories from protein, 0 calories from carbohydrates, and 117 calories from fat; these estimates may not add up exactly to the listed total.
Is Salmon good for weight loss?
Salmon can be part of a weight loss diet with 208 calories per 100g. Monitor portion sizes and balance it with other low-calorie foods throughout the day.
How much protein is in Salmon?
Salmon contains 20g of protein per 100g. This makes it an excellent high-protein food, ideal for muscle building and recovery.
What serving size should I track for Salmon?
Track Salmon by grams when precision matters. A practical starting point is 3 oz edible portion (85g), which is about 177 calories. For packaged, restaurant, fried, sauced, or sweetened versions, use the product label because brand formulas can differ from the plain reference.
Is Salmon keto-friendly?
Yes, Salmon is keto-friendly with only 0g of carbohydrates per 100g. It fits well within the typical keto macro limits of 20-50g net carbs per day.
Is Salmon good for diabetics?
Salmon may fit a diabetes meal plan, but the useful decision is the actual portion, total carbohydrates, added sugar, and the rest of the meal. People using diabetes medication should follow personalized clinical guidance.
What vitamins and minerals are in Salmon?
Calorique's food profile lists vitamins B12, D, B6 and minerals including Selenium, Phosphorus, Potassium for Salmon. These are general highlights, not measured amounts or a "good source" rating; check USDA FoodData Central or the product label for exact micronutrient values.
Where does Calorique get nutrition data for Salmon?
Calorique standardizes Salmon nutrition values per 100g using USDA FoodData Central reference fields where available, then scales the data into realistic serving sizes. FDA Nutrition Facts methodology and authoritative nutrition references are used for context. This page was last reviewed September 17, 2026.
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