Spiny lobster

Spiny Lobster · Palinuridae

Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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3%
59 kcal Calories
26%
13.0 g Protein
0%
0.9 g Carbs
0%
0.4 g Fat

Very good nutrient density 40/100

How many beneficial nutrients Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught 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 Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught 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).

Selenium115% Vitamin B1241% Copper27% Protein26% Phosphorus14% Zinc14%

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 Carbohydrate0.9 g
0%
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat0.4 g
0%
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein13.0 g
26%
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium71.6 mg
6%
Iron0.2 mg
1%
Magnesium39.0 mg
9%
Phosphorus174.7 mg
14%
Potassium212.6 mg
5%
Sodium508.8 mg
22%
Zinc1.5 mg
14%
Copper0.2 mg
27%
Manganese0.1 mg
3%
Selenium63.1 mcg
115%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol~
Phytosterols~
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol~
Caffeine~
Theobromine~
Ash2.1 g

About Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught

The spiny lobster (family Palinuridae), also called rock lobster or langouste, is a clawless cousin of the familiar clawed lobster, found in warm and temperate seas around the world. In place of large front claws it has two long, thick, spiny antennae and a heavily armored shell, and nearly all of its prized meat is packed into the muscular tail. That tail meat is sweet, firm, and a little chewier than clawed-lobster meat, with the same luxurious richness.

Spiny lobster is a lean source of high-quality protein and supplies selenium, zinc, copper, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids, with very little fat. The tails are most often split and grilled or broiled with butter, and they are also steamed, boiled, roasted, and used in soups, salads, and rich pasta dishes. The meat turns tough if overcooked, so it is pulled from the heat as soon as it is opaque.

Choose tails that smell clean and fresh, and store live or cooked spiny lobster well chilled, using it promptly.

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

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught?

There are 59 calories in 100 g of Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught.

How much protein is in Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught?

Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught contains 13.0 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught?

Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught has 0.9 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught?

Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught provides 0.4 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught a good source of?

Lobster, tail only, frozen, wild caught is an excellent source of Selenium (115% DV), Vitamin B12 (41% DV), Copper (27% DV) and Protein (26% DV) and a good source of Phosphorus and Zinc (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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