Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 240 kcal1004.2 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 0.2 g
- Protein
- 15.5 g
- Total fat
- 19.7 g
- Dietary fiber
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 0 mg
- Calcium
- 0 mg
Nutrition referenceMeat, Eggs & Dairy
Duck
Duck is a rich, flavorful poultry with darker meat and more fat than chicken. Per 100 g it provides 240 calories with 15.5 g protein and 19.7 g fat.
240
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 0.2g
- Protein
- 15.5g
- Fat
- 19.7g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Duck is a waterfowl poultry with dark, rich meat and a thick layer of fat beneath the skin. It is roasted, braised, grilled, or confit, and is common in both Western and Chinese cooking.
Nutritionally, duck is higher in fat than chicken, which makes it more calorie-dense. Per 100 g it provides about 240 kcal, 15.5 g of protein, 19.7 g of fat, and 0.2 g of carbohydrates. This reference reflects duck meat with skin.
Removing the skin reduces the fat and calorie content significantly. For accurate tracking, weigh duck with or without skin as consumed and account for the cooking method, and use the serving sizes below.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical 3 oz serving (about 85 g) provides roughly 204 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Duck nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in duck?
Duck meat with skin provides about 240 calories per 100 g. A typical 3 oz serving (about 85 g) provides roughly 204 calories.
Is duck higher in fat than chicken?
Yes. Duck has more fat than chicken, especially with the skin on. Per 100 g it provides about 19.7 g of fat.
Should I eat duck with or without skin?
Duck skin contains much of the fat. Removing the skin lowers the fat and calorie content significantly.
