Side-by-Side Comparison
Fish & Seafood
Atlantic Mackerel vs. Wild Sockeye Salmon (Red Salmon)
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Atlantic Mackerel
Wild Sockeye Salmon (Red Salmon)
Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus) is an oily pelagic fish. Per 100g raw, it provides 205 kcal, 18.6g protein, 13.9g healthy fats (3.3g saturated), an extraordinary 2,590mg Omega-3 (EPA+DHA), and exceptionally low mercury.
Wild Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) feeds on oceanic krill and plankton. Per 100g raw, it delivers 133 kcal, 21.6g protein, 4.70g fat (0.8g saturated), 1,220mg Omega-3 (EPA+DHA), and high astaxanthin antioxidant levels.
Specification Comparison Table
9 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
205 kcal | 133 kcal |
|
Protein
|
18.6 g | 21.6 g |
|
Total Fat
|
13.9 g | 4.70 g |
|
Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
|
2,590 mg | 1,220 mg |
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Saturated Fat
|
3.30 g | 0.80 g |
|
Cholesterol
|
70.0 mg | 52.0 mg |
|
Mercury Level
|
Very Low (< 0.05 PPM - Atlantic Scomber species) | Very Low (< 0.03 PPM) |
|
Potassium
|
314 mg | 375 mg |
|
USDA Safe Internal Temp
|
63°C (145°F) | 63°C (145°F) (Some cooks prefer 49–52°C to avoid drying it out, but that falls below the FDA-recommended minimum) |
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