Calorie comparison
Sardines vs Shrimp
Per 100 grams, shrimp is the lighter choice by 109 calories, while sardines 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 | Sardines | Shrimp |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 208 | 99 |
| Protein | 25 g | 24 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 11 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
🐟 Sardines
1 can (92 g)
191 cal
23 g protein · 0 g carbs · 10.1 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, sardines or shrimp?
Per 100 g, sardines has 208 calories and shrimp has 99. Shrimp is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, sardines or shrimp?
Sardines has 25 g of protein per 100 g; shrimp has 24 g. Sardines wins on protein.
Is sardines 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 shrimp — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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