King Mackerel · Scomberomorus cavalla
Fish, mackerel, king, raw
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Very good nutrient density 52/100
How many beneficial nutrients Fish, mackerel, king, 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, mackerel, king, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
18% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 18%2.0 g per serving
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Protein 82%20.3 g per serving
What Fish, mackerel, king, 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).
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.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.0 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 40.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 82.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 242.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 39.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 118.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 311.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 122.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 213.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 40.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 136.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 177.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 20.3 g | |
| Histidine | 597.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 935.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 1,648.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 1,863.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 600.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 792.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 889.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 227.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 1,045.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 1,227.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,214.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 2,077.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 217.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 3,028.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 974.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 717.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 827.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 685.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 218.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 1.6 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.5 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.6 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 8.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 15.6 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.8 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 31.0 mg | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | |
| Magnesium | 32.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 248.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 435.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 158.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 36.5 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 53.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 1.3 g | — |
About Fish, mackerel, king, raw
King mackerel is a large, fast-swimming oily fish of warm Atlantic and Gulf waters, with rich, full-flavored flesh that is darker and more pronounced than that of smaller mackerel. It is a popular sport and table fish in the southern United States, often steaked and grilled or smoked.
Nutritionally it follows the oily-fish pattern: about 105 calories per 100 grams raw, around 20 grams of protein, and an exceptionally high level of vitamin B12, along with selenium and some omega-3 fats. There is, however, an important caveat. King mackerel is one of the highest-mercury fish there is. Because of this, health authorities advise that pregnant and breastfeeding women and young children avoid it altogether, and that other adults eat it only occasionally. (This is specific to king mackerel — the small Atlantic and Pacific mackerel are low-mercury and a fine regular choice.)
For those who do eat it, king mackerel's robust flavor suits grilling, smoking and bold marinades that can match its richness. Its strong taste means it is rarely eaten plain, and it pairs well with acidic and spicy seasonings.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Fish, mackerel, king, raw?
There are 105 calories in 100 g of Fish, mackerel, king, raw, or about 89 calories in 3 oz (85 g).
How much protein is in Fish, mackerel, king, raw?
Fish, mackerel, king, raw contains 20.3 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Fish, mackerel, king, raw?
Fish, mackerel, king, raw has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Fish, mackerel, king, raw?
Fish, mackerel, king, raw provides 2.0 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Fish, mackerel, king, raw a good source of?
Fish, mackerel, king, raw is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (650% DV), Selenium (66% DV), Niacin (B3) (54% DV), Protein (41% DV), Riboflavin (B2) (37% DV) and Vitamin B6 (26% DV) and a good source of Pantothenic Acid (B5) and Iron (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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