Shrimp nutrition facts

Nutrition highlights

Per 3 undetermined oz (85 g), shrimp is an excellent source of Protein and Copper and a good source of Phosphorus and Zinc.

Relatively high in Cholesterol per serving — worth noting if you are limiting them.

% of the FDA Daily Value per 3 undetermined oz (85 g) serving.

Key metrics

Nutrient density

Density counts protein, fiber, and vitamins and minerals (not fat, sodium, or sugar), each capped so a single nutrient can’t dominate, with a calorie floor so very-low-calorie foods aren’t overstated. It measures nutrition per calorie within our database — a useful guide, not a complete verdict on how “healthy” a food is.

Similar foods & swaps

The closest seafood to shrimp by nutrition (per 100 g), and how each differs.

• Cod
  105 kcal · 22.8 g protein
  +6 kcal-1.2 g protein
• Halibut
  113 kcal · 22.1 g protein
  +14 kcal-1.9 g protein
• Tilapia
  128 kcal · 26.2 g protein
  +29 kcal+2.2 g protein

Protein quality

As an animal-source protein, shrimp is a complete protein — it supplies all nine essential amino acids on its own, so it doesn’t need to be paired with another protein source.

Questions

How many calories are in shrimp?

A 3 undetermined oz (85 g) serving of shrimp has about 84 calories. Per 100 g, it has 99 calories — a low calorie density.

How much protein is in shrimp?

Shrimp provides about 20 g of protein per 3 undetermined oz (85 g) serving, which is 41% of the Daily Value — an excellent source.

What are the macros in shrimp?

Per serving, shrimp has roughly 20 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate, and 0 g fat. By calories, that is 97% protein, 1% carbohydrate, and 2% fat.

Is shrimp high in protein?

Shrimp has a protein density of about 24.2 g per 100 kcal, and 97% of its calories come from protein. Foods above roughly 10 g per 100 kcal are generally considered protein-dense.

What vitamins and minerals are in shrimp?

Per 3 undetermined oz (85 g), shrimp is a notable source of Copper, Phosphorus, and Zinc. The label above lists the full micronutrient profile with % Daily Values.

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References & methodology

• Data source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service — FoodData Central, FDC ID 175180 (public domain).
• Daily Values: FDA Nutrition Facts label, 2016 update (adults and children aged 4+).
• Source claims: a serving supplying 10–19% of the Daily Value is a “good source”; 20% or more is an “excellent source” (FDA, 21 CFR 101.54).
• Calorie split: Atwater general factors — 4 kcal/g for protein and carbohydrate, 9 kcal/g for fat.
• Last reviewed: June 2026. Values are typical figures and vary with variety, ripeness, and preparation.