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Shrimp nutrition facts

Proteins · Cooked, moist heat · per 100 g

Shrimp (cooked, moist heat) contains 99 kcal per 100 g, with 24 g protein, 0.2 g carbohydrate (of which 0 g sugar), 0.3 g fat and 0 g fiber. That works out to about 24.2 g of protein per 100 kcal, and its energy density is low (60–150 kcal/100 g).

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Data as of June 2026.

Nutrition facts per 100 g

NutrientPer 100 g
Calories99 kcal
Protein24 g
Carbohydrate0.2 g
Fat0.3 g
Fiber0 g
Sugar0 g
Calcium70 mg
Sodium111 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Data as of June 2026.

What the numbers mean

Energy density tells you how many calories a food packs per gram: shrimp is low (60–150 kcal/100 g). Protein density — grams of protein per 100 kcal — is a useful way to compare foods regardless of portion size; here it is about 24.2 g/100 kcal. Fiber (0 g per 100 g) supports digestion and satiety, while the sugar figure (0 g) is part of total carbohydrate. See our guide on how to read nutrition data for more.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in 100 g of shrimp?

100 g of shrimp (cooked, moist heat) contains about 99 kcal, with 24 g protein, 0.2 g carbohydrate and 0.3 g fat, per USDA FoodData Central.

How much protein is in shrimp?

Shrimp provides 24 g of protein per 100 g — roughly 24.2 g of protein per 100 kcal.

Is shrimp high or low in calories?

At 99 kcal per 100 g, shrimp has low (60–150 kcal/100 g) energy density.

Source

Data from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 171971), per 100 g edible portion. Values are for general information only and are not medical or dietary advice; cooking, brand and variety can change the real figures.

Last updated: 2026-06-14