Snail
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 78 kcal |
| Protein | 16.1 g |
| Fat | 1.4 g |
| Carbs | 1.3 g |
Snail, categorised here as a seafood, is a mollusc eaten raw before cooking and most commonly served as escargot — braised or baked, often with garlic butter or herbs — as a classic French and Mediterranean dish. Per 100 g, raw snail provides 78 kcal, 16.1 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and just 1.3 g of carbohydrates, with no measurable fibre or sugars, making it a lean, high-protein food. It is a notable source of magnesium (250 mg per 100 g) and phosphorus (200 mg per 100 g), along with 121 mg of potassium and 65 mg of choline. No glycemic index value is available. Snail fits pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in snail?
Raw snail contains 78 kcal per 100 g. Given that a typical restaurant serving of escargot is around 6 snails (roughly 60–80 g of meat), a standard portion comes in at approximately 47–62 kcal before any added butter or sauce.
How much magnesium is in snail?
Snail contains 250 mg of magnesium per 100 g, which is a notably high figure for an animal-based food. It also provides 200 mg of phosphorus and 121 mg of potassium per 100 g.
Is snail keto-friendly?
Yes, snail is well suited to a ketogenic diet. With only 1.3 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and 16.1 g of protein, it fits comfortably within typical keto macronutrient targets — provided it is not prepared with high-carb coatings or sauces.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 77.9 kcal |
| Protein | 16.1 g |
| Fat | 1.4 g |
| Carbs | 1.3 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Starch | 0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.20 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.26 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.25 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.20 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.060 g |
| Cholesterol | 50.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 10.0 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 250 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Potassium | 121 mg |
| Sodium | 70.0 mg |
| Zinc | 1.0 mg |
| Copper | 0.40 mg |
| Manganese | 1.2 mg |
| Selenium | 27.4 mcg |
| Iodine | 6.0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 30.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 30.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 5.0 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.10 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.010 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.12 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.050 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 6.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.50 mcg |
| Choline | 65.0 mg |
