Calorie comparison
Potato vs Shrimp
Per 100 grams, potato is the lighter choice by 22 calories, while shrimp delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Potato | Shrimp |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 | 99 |
| Protein | 2 g | 24 g |
| Carbs | 17 g | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.3 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥔 Potato
1 medium (173 g)
133 cal
3.5 g protein · 29.4 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
🦐 Shrimp
3 oz cooked (85 g)
84 cal
20.4 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 0.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, potato or shrimp?
Per 100 g, potato has 77 calories and shrimp has 99. Potato is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, potato or shrimp?
Potato has 2 g of protein per 100 g; shrimp has 24 g. Shrimp wins on protein.
Is potato or shrimp better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward potato — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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