Flatfish

Flatfish · Pleuronectiformes

Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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4%
70 kcal Calories
25%
12.4 g Protein
0%
0.0 g Carbs
2%
1.9 g Fat

Very good nutrient density 40/100

How many beneficial nutrients Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Selenium48% Vitamin B1247% Protein25% Phosphorus20% Vitamin D14% Choline12%

Full nutrition breakdown

  • Beneficial
  • Moderate
  • Limit
  • Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

CarbohydratesAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrate0.0 g
0%
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
0%
Starch0.0 g
Total Sugars0.0 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat1.9 g
2%
Saturated Fat0.4 g
2%
Monounsaturated Fat0.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g
Trans Fat0.0 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids17.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids45.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein12.4 g
25%
Histidine304.0 mg
Isoleucine614.0 mg
Leucine1,087.0 mg
Lysine1,270.0 mg
Methionine455.0 mg
Phenylalanine508.0 mg
Threonine585.0 mg
Tryptophan161.0 mg
Valine651.0 mg
VitaminsAmount% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)10.0 mcg
1%
Vitamin C0.0 mg
0%
Vitamin D2.8 mcg
14%
Vitamin E0.6 mg
4%
Vitamin K0.1 mcg
0%
Thiamin (B1)0.0 mg
2%
Riboflavin (B2)0.0 mg
2%
Niacin (B3)1.0 mg
7%
Vitamin B60.1 mg
6%
Folate (B9)5.0 mcg
1%
Vitamin B121.1 mcg
47%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.2 mg
4%
Choline65.0 mg
12%
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium21.0 mg
2%
Iron0.2 mg
1%
Magnesium18.0 mg
4%
Phosphorus252.0 mg
20%
Potassium160.0 mg
3%
Sodium296.0 mg
13%
Zinc0.3 mg
3%
Copper0.0 mg
2%
Manganese0.0 mg
1%
Selenium26.6 mcg
48%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol45.0 mg
15%
Phytosterols~
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol0.0 g
Caffeine0.0 mg
Theobromine0.0 mg
Ash1.2 g

About Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw

Flatfish are a group of ocean fish famous for their flat, oval bodies and both eyes on one side of the head, an adaptation to a life spent lying on the seabed. The culinary category takes in many prized food fish, among them flounder, sole, plaice, dab, turbot, and halibut. Their flesh is lean, delicate, and mild, with a fine flake and a subtly sweet flavor that has made fillets like Dover sole and flounder restaurant favorites.

Flatfish are a good source of lean, high-quality protein and supply B vitamins, selenium, and, in the case of halibut, some omega-3 fats, all while staying low in fat and calories. The thin, tender fillets cook quickly and suit gentle methods such as pan-frying, baking, steaming, and broiling, taking well to light sauces, lemon, butter, and herbs that do not overpower them. Because the fillets are so lean and thin, they overcook in a flash, so watch them closely.

Choose fillets that smell clean and sea-fresh with firm, translucent flesh, keep them well chilled, and cook them within a day or two.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw?

There are 70 calories in 100 g of Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw, or about 60 calories in 3 oz (85 g).

How much protein is in Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw?

Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw contains 12.4 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw?

Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw?

Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw provides 1.9 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw a good source of?

Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), raw is an excellent source of Selenium (48% DV), Vitamin B12 (47% DV), Protein (25% DV) and Phosphorus (20% DV) and a good source of Vitamin D and Choline (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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