Snapper
A firm, sweet-fleshed tropical fish suited to whole roasting.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of snapper, cooked for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g cooked — 128 kcal per 100 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 128 kcal | 128 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 26 g | 26 g | 20.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 1.7 g | 1.7 g | 1.3 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of snapper, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 35 µg | 35 µg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6 mg | 1.6 mg | 2% |
| Thiamin | 0.053 mg | 0.053 mg | 4% |
| Riboflavin | 0.004 mg | 0.004 mg | <1% |
| Niacin | 0.35 mg | 0.35 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.46 mg | 0.46 mg | 27% |
| Folate | 6 µg | 6 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.5 µg | 3.5 µg | 146% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.87 mg | 0.87 mg | 17% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 40 mg | 40 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.24 mg | 0.24 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 37 mg | 37 mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 201 mg | 201 mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 522 mg | 522 mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 57 mg | 57 mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.44 mg | 0.44 mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 49 µg | 49 µg | 89% |
| Copper | 0.046 mg | 0.046 mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.017 mg | 0.017 mg | <1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Fish, snapper, 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 snapper?
- High protein with very little fat.
- Holds together well on the grill.
How to include it
- Roast whole with lime, chilli and herbs.
- Grill fillets and serve with salsa.
Things to consider
- Large reef snapper can carry ciguatera toxin in some regions.
- Bones require care when eating whole.
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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