Atlantic Salmon (Farmed Raw)
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Direct Answer
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).
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 175167) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Energy / Calories | 208 kcal |
| Protein | 20.4 g |
| Total Fat | 13.4 g |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 2,260 mg |
| Saturated Fat | 3.05 g |
| Cholesterol | 55.0 mg |
| Mercury Level | Very Low (< 0.05 PPM) |
| Potassium | 363 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) |
Long-Chain Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Atlantic salmon is among the world's richest sources of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which integrate into cell membranes to support cardiovascular function and reduce systemic inflammatory markers.
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