Nutrition referenceSnapper is a lean, mild white fish with a firm texture and slightly sweet flavor, commonly baked, grilled, pan-seared, or steamed.
Nutrition facts
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About this food
Snapper is a lean, mild-flavored white fish with a firm texture and a slightly sweet taste. It is a popular choice for baking, grilling, pan-searing, and steaming, and its sturdy flesh holds together well across many cooking methods. Snapper is widely available fresh and frozen in both whole and fillet form.
Nutritionally, snapper is a lean source of high-quality protein with very little fat and almost no carbohydrate. It also supplies B vitamins, selenium, and other minerals. Its mild flavor and lean profile make it a versatile staple for balanced, protein-focused meals.
Plan your portion
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of edible frozen, wild-caught snapper. The existing 113 g (about 4 oz) serving provides roughly 102 kcal, calculated from 90 kcal per 100 g. Use weighed edible portions when logging.
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 90 kcal | 0.4 g | 20.7 g | 0.6 g |
| 1 fillet (4 oz) | 113 g | 101.7 kcal | 0.5 g | 23.3 g | 0.6 g |
Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.
Questions and answers
Yes. A 100 g serving of raw snapper provides about 21 g of protein with very little fat.
This frozen, wild-caught snapper record provides 90 kcal per 100 g. The existing 113 g (about 4 oz) serving provides roughly 102 kcal.
Snapper is commonly baked, grilled, pan-seared, or steamed, thanks to its firm texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor.
