Blue crab
Blue crab, cooked
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 83 kcal |
| Protein | 11.4 g |
| Fat | 2.1 g |
| Carbs | 4.2 g |
Blue crab is a popular shellfish native to the Atlantic coast of the Americas, commonly served steamed, boiled, or picked and used in crab cakes, soups, and dips. Per 100 g, cooked blue crab provides 83 kcal, 11.4 g of protein, 2.1 g of fat, and 4.2 g of carbohydrates with no dietary fibre. It is a notable source of potassium at 242 mg per 100 g, phosphorus at 194 mg, and choline at 101 mg — a nutrient involved in many metabolic processes. Folate comes in at 24 mcg per 100 g. No glycemic index is available for this food. Blue crab fits pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean, and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in blue crab?
Cooked blue crab contains 83 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of picked crab meat is around 85 g, which works out to approximately 70 kcal.
How much protein is in blue crab?
Cooked blue crab provides 11.4 g of protein per 100 g, making it a relatively high-protein seafood option. The fat content is low at just 2.1 g per 100 g.
Is blue crab keto-friendly?
Yes, blue crab is considered keto-friendly. With only 4.2 g of carbohydrates and 2.1 g of fat per 100 g, it fits well within a low-carbohydrate dietary pattern, and its high protein content makes it a filling choice.
Diets
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 83.0 kcal |
| Protein | 11.4 g |
| Fat | 2.1 g |
| Carbs | 4.2 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Starch | 0.70 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.68 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.23 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.71 g |
| Trans | 0.053 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.54 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.080 g |
| Cholesterol | 79.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 91.0 mg |
| Iron | 7.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 35.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 194 mg |
| Potassium | 242 mg |
| Sodium | 166 mg |
| Zinc | 45.1 mg |
| Copper | 1.4 mg |
| Manganese | 0.42 mg |
| Selenium | 42.9 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 19.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 1.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 3.3 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.7 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.5 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.025 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.093 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.9 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.45 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.076 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 24.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 12.9 mcg |
| Choline | 101 mg |
