Side-by-Side Comparison
Fish & Seafood
Atlantic Salmon (Farmed Raw) vs. Shrimp / Prawn (Raw)
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Atlantic Salmon (Farmed Raw)
Shrimp / Prawn (Raw)
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).
Shrimp (Penaeus) is a crustacean delivering pure lean protein. Per 100g raw, it provides 85 kcal, 20.1g protein, 0.51g fat (0.1g saturated), 161mg cholesterol, 111mg Omega-3s, and rich selenium density (38µg / 69% DV).
Specification Comparison Table
9 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
208 kcal | 85 kcal |
|
Protein
|
20.4 g | 20.1 g |
|
Total Fat
|
13.4 g | 0.51 g |
|
Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
|
2,260 mg | 111 mg |
|
Saturated Fat
|
3.05 g | 0.10 g |
|
Cholesterol
|
55.0 mg | 161 mg |
|
Mercury Level
|
Very Low (< 0.05 PPM) | Extremely Low (< 0.01 PPM) |
|
Potassium
|
363 mg | 259 mg |
|
USDA Safe Internal Temp
|
63°C (145°F) (Chefs often serve salmon medium, ~52°C/125°F, but that is below the FDA-recommended minimum) | 63°C (145°F) (Cook until pearly opaque and firm) |
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