Florida Pompano · Trachinotus carolinus
Fish, pompano, florida, raw
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Good nutrient density 37/100
How many beneficial nutrients Fish, pompano, florida, 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, pompano, florida, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
54% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 54%9.5 g per serving
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Protein 46%18.5 g per serving
What Fish, pompano, florida, 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 | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 9.5 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 121.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 410.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 2,217.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 824.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 563.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 2,023.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 121.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 246.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 175.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 393.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 18.5 g | |
| Histidine | 544.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 851.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 1,502.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 1,697.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 547.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 721.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 810.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 207.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 952.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 1,117.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,106.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 1,892.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 198.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 2,758.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 887.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 653.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 754.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 624.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 40.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 11.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.2 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 0.1 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.6 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 3.0 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 15.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.3 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.8 mg | |
| Choline | 51.5 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 22.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | |
| Magnesium | 27.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 195.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 381.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 65.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.7 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 36.5 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 50.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 1.1 g | — |
About Fish, pompano, florida, raw
Florida pompano is widely regarded as one of the finest eating fish in the sea, a prize of Gulf and Atlantic waters with rich, buttery, mild flesh and a firm, satisfying texture. Its delicate flavor and fine flake have made it a favorite of chefs, who love it whole in the classic pompano en papillote, baked in parchment with herbs and citrus. The fish is fast-growing and increasingly farmed through aquaculture, which helps keep this sought-after species available.
Nutritionally, pompano offers high-quality protein along with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, selenium, and B vitamins. Its natural richness means it needs little more than a hot grill, a squeeze of lemon, and a light hand with seasoning to shine, though it also takes well to broiling, pan-searing, and roasting. Because it is a lean-but-rich fish, avoid overcooking so the flesh stays moist.
Look for firm, glossy fillets or bright-eyed whole fish, keep them on ice, and cook pompano the day you buy it.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Fish, pompano, florida, raw?
There are 164 calories in 100 g of Fish, pompano, florida, raw, or about 184 calories in 1 fillet (112 g).
How much protein is in Fish, pompano, florida, raw?
Fish, pompano, florida, raw contains 18.5 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Fish, pompano, florida, raw?
Fish, pompano, florida, raw has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Fish, pompano, florida, raw?
Fish, pompano, florida, raw provides 9.5 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Fish, pompano, florida, raw a good source of?
Fish, pompano, florida, raw is an excellent source of Selenium (66% DV), Vitamin D (55% DV), Vitamin B12 (54% DV), Thiamin (B1) (47% DV) and Protein (37% DV) and a good source of Niacin (B3), Phosphorus, Pantothenic Acid (B5) and Vitamin B6 (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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