Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 206.1 kcal862.2 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 2.4 g
- Protein
- 26.9 g
- Total fat
- 9.9 g
- Dietary fiber
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 5403 mg
- Calcium
- 239.8 mg
Nutrition referenceAnchovies are small, salty fish, usually cured or canned. Per 100 g they provide about 206 calories with 26.9 g protein.
Nutrition facts
About this food
Anchovies are small, oily fish that are usually cured in salt or oil. They have a strong, savory flavor and are used in pizzas, salads, sauces, and Mediterranean dishes.
Nutritionally, anchovies are high in protein and sodium. Per 100 g they provide about 206 kcal, 2.4 g of carbohydrates, 26.9 g of protein, and 9.9 g of fat. They are very high in sodium, with about 5403 mg per 100 g.
Anchovies are usually eaten in small amounts because of their strong flavor and high sodium content. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Portion guidance
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical anchovy fillet (about 4 g) provides roughly 8 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Anchovies provide about 206 calories per 100 g. A typical fillet (about 4 g) provides roughly 8 calories.
Yes. Anchovies provide about 26.9 g of protein per 100 g.
Yes. Anchovies are very high in sodium, providing about 5403 mg per 100 g.