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Nutritional Density
Food guide

Perch

A lean freshwater fish, cooked, common in lakeside cooking with a mild white flake.

SeafoodProtein-Rich
Perch, a nutrient-dense seafood food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of perch, cooked for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g cooked — 117 kcal per 100 g serving.

Nutrition information for Perch
NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (100 g)Per 100 kcal
Energy117 kcal117 kcal100 kcal
Protein24.9 g24.9 g21.3 g
Carbohydrate0 g0 g0 g
Fat1.2 g1.2 g1 g
Fibre0 g0 g0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of perch, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Perch
NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (100 g)% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A10 µg10 µg1%
Vitamin C1.7 mg1.7 mg2%
Thiamin0.08 mg0.08 mg7%
Riboflavin0.12 mg0.12 mg9%
Niacin1.9 mg1.9 mg12%
Vitamin B60.14 mg0.14 mg8%
Folate6 µg6 µg2%
Vitamin B122.2 µg2.2 µg92%
Pantothenic acid0.87 mg0.87 mg17%
Minerals
Calcium102 mg102 mg8%
Iron1.2 mg1.2 mg7%
Magnesium38 mg38 mg9%
Phosphorus257 mg257 mg21%
Potassium344 mg344 mg7%
Sodium79 mg79 mg3%
Zinc1.4 mg1.4 mg13%
Selenium16.1 µg16.1 µg29%
Copper0.19 mg0.19 mg21%
Manganese0.9 mg0.9 mg39%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Fish, perch, mixed species, cooked, dry heat

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat perch?

  • A concentrated protein food for the calories it costs.
  • A lean freshwater fish, cooked, common in lakeside cooking with a mild white flake.

How to include it

  • Cook to a safe temperature and serve with vegetables or a whole grain.
  • Typical pairing ideas: Lemon, Dill, Potato.

Things to consider

  • Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.

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