Herring (Cooked)
Fish, herring, Pacific, cooked, dry heat
Per 100g, Herring (Cooked) has 250 calories, 21g protein, 0g carbs, and 17.8g fat.
Herring (Cooked) has 250 calories per 100g with 21g of protein, 0g of carbohydrates, 17.8g of fat. It's a solid protein source, rich in calcium and a good source of potassium. It is also high in saturated fat with 4.17g per 100g, which is worth watching if you are managing heart health or cholesterol.
Source: FDA RACC - FDA RACC for meat, poultry, fish, and shellfish entrees without sauce is 85 g cooked or 110 g uncooked.
✨Nutritional Highlights
High-protein: 34% of calories come from protein (21g per 100g)
Excellent source of Vitamin B12 (401% DV), Selenium (85% DV), Protein (42% DV), Cholesterol (33% DV)
Contains 17.8g of fat with only 23% saturated — a good balance of healthy fats for nutrient absorption and satiety
⚠️Things to Watch
High in saturated fat with 4.17g per 100g, which is worth watching if you are managing heart health or cholesterol.
Relatively high in cholesterol at 99mg per 100g.
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📊Complete Nutrition Information
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250kcal | 13% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Total Fat | 18g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 99mg | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
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❓Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in Herring (Cooked)?
- A 100g serving of Herring (Cooked) has 250 calories. You'll also get 21g of protein per serving.
- Is Herring (Cooked) high in protein?
- Herring (Cooked) has 21g of protein per 100g, which is considered high. That means about 34% of its calories come from protein.
- How much fat is in Herring (Cooked)?
- Herring (Cooked) has 17.8g of total fat per 100g, which is considered moderate. Of that, 4.17g is saturated fat.
- How many carbs are in Herring (Cooked)?
- Herring (Cooked) contains 0g of carbohydrates per 100g.
- What are the macros for Herring (Cooked)?
- Per 100g, Herring (Cooked) has 250 calories, 21g protein, 0g carbs, and 17.8g fat.
- How many calories in 3 oz cooked of Herring (Cooked)?
- A typical serving of Herring (Cooked) (3 oz cooked, 85g) has 213 calories and 17.9g of protein.
- Is Herring (Cooked) good for weight loss?
- Herring (Cooked) comes in at 250 calories per 100g. Portion control matters here — pair it with lower-calorie foods to balance things out.