Calorie comparison
Salmon vs Scallops
Per 100 grams, scallops is the lighter choice by 95 calories, while salmon 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 | Salmon | Scallops |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 206 | 111 |
| Protein | 22 g | 20 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 5 g |
| Fat | 13 g | 0.8 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
🐟 Salmon
3 oz cooked (85 g)
175 cal
18.7 g protein · 0 g carbs · 11 g fat
🐚 Scallops
3 oz cooked (85 g)
94 cal
17 g protein · 4.3 g carbs · 0.7 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, salmon or scallops?
Per 100 g, salmon has 206 calories and scallops has 111. Scallops is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, salmon or scallops?
Salmon has 22 g of protein per 100 g; scallops has 20 g. Salmon wins on protein.
Is salmon or scallops 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 scallops — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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