Scallops Nutrition Facts
69 calories per 100g serving
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Scallops are a delicate, sweet shellfish with roughly 69 calories and 12g of protein per 100g raw, with almost no fat. They cook in just 2-3 minutes per side and develop a gorgeous caramelized crust when seared properly. A restaurant-quality protein that's surprisingly easy to prepare at home.
Protein
12.06g
70% of calories
Carbs
3.18g
18% of calories
Fat
0.49g
6% of calories
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g (100g)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 69 kcal |
| Protein | 12.06g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3.18g |
| Total Fat | 0.49g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g |
| Sugars | 0g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.13g |
| Cholesterol | 24mg |
| Sodium | 392mg |
| Potassium | 205mg |
| Vitamin A | 1mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0mg |
| Calcium | 6mg |
| Iron | 0.38mg |
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Weight Loss
Extremely lean at under 70 calories per 100g with 12g of protein. Scallops give you that special-dinner feeling without the calorie cost of heavier proteins.
Muscle Gain
Very low in calories, so you'd need large portions or calorie-dense sides to make a meal substantial. Great as part of a surf-and-turf approach.
Maintenance
A nice way to rotate your protein sources. Pan-seared scallops with a starch and vegetable make a balanced, elegant weeknight dinner.
Meal Ideas with Scallops
Did you know?
Scallops have up to 200 tiny blue eyes lining the edges of their shells, each with a mirror-like structure similar to a telescope. These eyes can detect movement and changes in light, helping them escape predators by jet-propelling through the water.
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How many calories are in Scallops?
Scallops contains 69 calories per 100g serving. It provides 12.06g of protein, 3.18g of carbs, and 0.49g of fat.
Is Scallops good for weight loss?
Extremely lean at under 70 calories per 100g with 12g of protein. Scallops give you that special-dinner feeling without the calorie cost of heavier proteins.
What pairs well with Scallops?
Great pairings include: Seared scallops over risotto with lemon and peas, Pan-seared scallops with roasted cauliflower puree and crispy bacon bits, Scallop and shrimp pasta in white wine garlic sauce. These combinations provide a balanced mix of macronutrients.