Shrimp
Low calorie densityCalories per 100 g
119
Density
1.19kcal/g
Protein / 100g
25.0g
Carbs / 100g
0.0g
Fat / 100g
1.8g
Where this food sits on the scale
01.546+ kcal/g
Shrimp has 1.19 calories per gram (119 per 100 g). Filling foods that keep portions generous while staying easy on your calorie budget. For comparison, water-rich vegetables sit near 0.2 kcal/g while pure oils reach about 9 kcal/g.
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Onz | 84 g | 100 |
| 100 g | 100 g | 119 |
Where the calories come from
- Protein25.0 g / 100 g86% of calories
- Carbs0.0 g / 100 g0% of calories
- Fat1.8 g / 100 g14% of calories
Quick comparisons
- Shrimp is 7.9× as dense than Cucumber, With Peel, Raw (1.19 vs 0.15 kcal/g).
- Shrimp is 2.6× as dense than Apple Juice, Canned Or Bottled, Unsweetened, With Added Ascorbic Acid (1.19 vs 0.46 kcal/g).
- Shrimp is 2.1× less dense than Chicken Breast Tenders, Breaded, Cooked, Microwaved (1.19 vs 2.52 kcal/g).
Frequently asked questions about shrimp
- How many calories are in 100 grams of shrimp?
- Shrimp contains 119 calories per 100 g, along with 25.0 g of protein, 0.0 g of carbohydrates, and 1.8 g of fat.
- What is the calorie density of shrimp?
- Shrimp has a calorie density of 1.19 kcal per gram, which places it in the low tier (0.6 – 1.5 kcal/g).
- How many calories are in one 3 onz of shrimp?
- One 3 onz of Shrimp weighs about 84 g and provides roughly 100 calories.