Side-by-Side Comparison
Fish & Seafood
Atlantic Cod vs. Atlantic Salmon (Farmed Raw)
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Atlantic Cod
Atlantic Salmon (Farmed Raw)
Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) is a staple lean white fish. Per 100g raw, it provides 82 kcal, 17.8g protein, 0.67g total fat (0.13g saturated), 43mg cholesterol, and 180mg Omega-3 with delicate flaking white flesh.
Farmed Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) is an oily coldwater finfish. Per 100g raw, it provides 208 kcal, 20.4g protein, 13.4g total fat (3.05g saturated), 2,260mg long-chain Omega-3s (EPA + DHA), and very low mercury with a safe cooking temp of 63°C (145°F).
Specification Comparison Table
9 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
|
82 kcal | 208 kcal |
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Protein
|
17.8 g | 20.4 g |
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Total Fat
|
0.67 g | 13.4 g |
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Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
|
180 mg | 2,260 mg |
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Saturated Fat
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0.13 g | 3.05 g |
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Cholesterol
|
43.0 mg | 55.0 mg |
|
Mercury Level
|
Very Low (0.05 PPM) | Very Low (< 0.05 PPM) |
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Potassium
|
413 mg | 363 mg |
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USDA Safe Internal Temp
|
63°C (145°F) | 63°C (145°F) (Chefs often serve salmon medium, ~52°C/125°F, but that is below the FDA-recommended minimum) |
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