Nutrition Facts for Shrimp
What Is Shrimp?
Shrimp can be a practical choice when you want food that is familiar, flexible, and easy to include in meal prep.
It fits both quick meals and meal prep, since you can cook it once and reuse it in different recipes across the week.
Per 100g, Shrimp is relatively high in protein (24g) for its calories (99 kcal). That combination is helpful when you want meals that feel filling while staying in a calorie deficit.
Tip: If you are tracking intake, log portions using a realistic serving size (not just 100g) so your daily totals reflect what you actually eat.
Calories in Shrimp (Per 100g)
The following values are standardized per 100 grams of shrimp.
- Calories
99 kcal
- Protein
24 g
- Carbohydrates
0.2 g
- Fat
0.3 g
Nutrition by Serving Size
Calories and macros for common portion sizes of shrimp.
| Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50g | 49.5 kcal | 12 g | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| 100g | 99 kcal | 24 g | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
| 150g | 148.5 kcal | 36 g | 0.3 g | 0.5 g |
| 200g | 198 kcal | 48 g | 0.4 g | 0.6 g |
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Is Shrimp Good for Weight Loss?
Shrimp can fit into a weight loss diet when portions are controlled. At 99 calories per 100g, it offers a moderate calorie density, so you can include it in a calorie deficit without blowing your budget. Shrimp is high in protein (24g per 100g), which supports satiety and helps preserve muscle during a deficit. It is low in carbs, making it easy to pair with vegetables and other foods. For best results, combine shrimp with plenty of vegetables and a sustainable calorie target from a calorie calculator or calorie deficit calculator.
Health Benefits of Shrimp
No single food is “magic,” but choosing foods that you can portion consistently (and actually enjoy) is a big part of sustainable fat loss and better health habits. Here are practical reasons shrimp can be a useful addition to a balanced diet:
- Helps you hit daily protein targets, which supports muscle maintenance during fat loss and recovery during training.
- Works well for volume-friendly meals when you want to stay full on fewer calories.
- Fits low-carb meal patterns and is easy to combine with high-fiber vegetables.
- Keeps macros easier to manage when you want a simpler, leaner plate.
Who Is Shrimp Best For?
Weight loss
Shrimp is a strong pick for weight loss because protein helps satiety, and the calorie density stays manageable when you keep portions consistent.
Muscle gain
Shrimp is useful for muscle gain because it contributes meaningful protein per serving. Add carbs or fat around it depending on your energy needs.
General health
Shrimp can be part of a healthy diet when you balance it with vegetables, adequate protein, and overall calorie intake that matches your goals.
How to Use Shrimp in Your Diet
Practical ways to include shrimp in meals:
- Build a simple bowl: shrimp + rice or potatoes + a big handful of vegetables + a sauce you love.
- Use it for meal prep: cook once, portion into containers, and rotate flavors (lemon herb, spicy, teriyaki-style).
- Make a high-protein salad: add shrimp to greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a measured dressing.
- Add it to wraps or sandwiches with crunchy vegetables for volume without many extra calories.
- Pair it with a higher-carb side on training days, and with extra vegetables on lower-activity days.
- Want a fast macro breakdown? Use the Meal Log Calculator to estimate calories and macros for your full meal (not just one ingredient).
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