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Side-by-Side Comparison Fish & Seafood

Oysters (Eastern Raw) vs. Sea Scallops (Raw)

Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 8 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Oysters (Eastern Raw)
Sea Scallops (Raw)
Oysters (Eastern Raw) →

Eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) are bivalve mollusks containing the highest concentration of dietary zinc of any food on Earth. Per 100g raw, they provide 51 kcal, 5.71g protein, 1.71g fat, 2.72g glycogen carbs, and an astonishing 16.6mg zinc (151% DV).

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Sea Scallops (Raw) →

Sea scallops (Placopecten magellanicus) are bivalve mollusks prized for their sweet adductor muscle. Per 100g raw, they provide 69 kcal, 12.1g protein, 0.49g fat, 3.18g glycogen carbohydrates, and 196mg Omega-3.

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Specification Comparison Table

9 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Oysters (Eastern Raw)
Sea Scallops (Raw)
Energy / Calories
51 kcal 69 kcal
Protein
5.71 g 12.1 g
Total Fat
1.71 g 0.49 g
Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
410 mg 196 mg
Saturated Fat
0.33 g 0.08 g
Cholesterol
38.0 mg 24.0 mg
Mercury Level
Extremely Low (< 0.01 PPM) Extremely Low (< 0.01 PPM)
Potassium
156 mg 314 mg
USDA Safe Internal Temp
63°C (145°F) for cooked oysters 63°C (145°F) (Cook until milky white/opaque)

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