Salmon (Wild, Cooked): Carbs, Protein, Fat & Calories
One serving of salmon, wild, cooked (3 oz cooked (85 g)) has 0 g carbs (0 g net), 21.6 g protein, 6.9 g fat and 155 calories. Change the amount below to calculate any portion.
* Based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Rounded averages from USDA FoodData Central.
Salmon (Wild, Cooked) by serving size
| Serving | Calories | Carbs | Net carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 oz cooked (85 g) | 155 | 0 g | 0 g | 21.6 g | 6.9 g |
| 1 fillet (154 g) | 280 | 0 g | 0 g | 39.1 g | 12.5 g |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 52 | 0 g | 0 g | 7.2 g | 2.3 g |
| 100 g | 182 | 0 g | 0 g | 25.4 g | 8.1 g |
Key facts
- 0% of its calories come from carbs, 58% from protein and 42% from fat — it is mainly a protein food.
- Among the 6 foods in Fish & Seafood, it ranks #5 of 6 for protein per calorie.
- To get 30 g of protein you need about 118 g (4.2 oz) — 215 calories.
- One serving (3 oz cooked, 85 g) has 1.1 g saturated fat — 6% of the daily value.
- Values are for cooked weight. Raw meat and fish weigh about 25–35% more than the same piece cooked.
Compare with other fish & seafood (per 100 g)
| Food | Calories | Carbs | Net carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon (Atlantic Farmed, Cooked) | 206 | 0 g | 0 g | 22.1 g | 12.4 g |
| Salmon (Wild, Cooked) | 182 | 0 g | 0 g | 25.4 g | 8.1 g |
| Shrimp (Cooked) | 99 | 0.2 g | 0.2 g | 24 g | 0.3 g |
| Tuna (Canned in Water, Drained) | 116 | 0 g | 0 g | 25.5 g | 0.8 g |
| Tilapia (Cooked) | 128 | 0 g | 0 g | 26.2 g | 2.7 g |
| Cod (Cooked) | 105 | 0 g | 0 g | 22.8 g | 0.9 g |
Frequently asked questions
How many carbs are in salmon, wild, cooked?
One serving of salmon, wild, cooked (3 oz cooked, 85 g) has 0 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber, so 0 g net carbs. Per 100 g it has 0 g carbs (0 g net).
How much protein is in salmon, wild, cooked?
One serving of salmon, wild, cooked (3 oz cooked, 85 g) has 21.6 g of protein (43% of the daily value). Per 100 g it has 25.4 g of protein.
How much fat and how many calories are in salmon, wild, cooked?
One serving of salmon, wild, cooked (3 oz cooked, 85 g) has 155 calories and 6.9 g of fat, of which 1.1 g is saturated. Per 100 g: 182 calories and 8.1 g fat.
Is salmon, wild, cooked keto-friendly?
Yes — salmon, wild, cooked has only 0 g net carbs per 100 g, which fits easily into a keto limit of 20–50 g net carbs a day.
Is salmon, wild, cooked a good source of protein?
Yes. One serving of salmon, wild, cooked (3 oz cooked, 85 g) provides 21.6 g protein — over 20% of the daily value, so it counts as “high in protein”. It gives 14 g protein per 100 calories.
Calculators
- Carb Counter — add salmon, wild, cooked to a meal and track carbs and net carbs.
- Protein Calculator — how much protein you need per day.
- Fat Calculator — your daily fat and saturated fat limits.