Shrimp / Prawn (Raw)
Fish & Seafood · 9 specs
Direct Answer
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).
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 175179) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Energy / Calories | 85 kcal |
| Protein | 20.1 g |
| Total Fat | 0.51 g |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 111 mg |
| Saturated Fat | 0.10 g |
| Cholesterol | 161 mg |
| Mercury Level | Extremely Low (< 0.01 PPM) |
| Potassium | 259 mg |
| USDA Safe Internal Temp | 63°C (145°F) (Cook until pearly opaque and firm) |
Dietary Cholesterol vs Blood Lipids
While shrimp contains 161mg dietary cholesterol per 100g, its virtually zero saturated fat content (0.1g) means it has negligible impact on LDL blood cholesterol for the majority of the population.
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