Cuttlefish · Sepiidae
Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Excellent nutrient density 60/100
How many beneficial nutrients Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed 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 Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
4% from carbs
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Carbs 4%0.8 g per serving
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Fat 8%0.7 g per serving
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Protein 87%16.2 g per serving
What Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed 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).
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 | 0.8 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 1.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 2.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 12.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 61.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 44.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 12.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 31.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 36.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 1.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 2.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 13.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 39.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 66.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 16.2 g | |
| Histidine | 312.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 707.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 1,143.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 1,213.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 366.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 582.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 699.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 182.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 709.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 982.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,185.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 1,567.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 213.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 2,208.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 1,016.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 662.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 727.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 520.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 113.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 5.3 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.9 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.2 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 16.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.5 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 90.0 mg | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | |
| Magnesium | 30.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 387.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 354.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 372.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 1.7 mg | |
| Copper | 0.6 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg | |
| Selenium | 44.8 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 112.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 1.7 g | — |
About Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw
Cuttlefish is a cephalopod, a close cousin of squid and octopus, with firm white flesh and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Inside it carries the familiar 'cuttlebone' once given to pet birds, and a sac of dark ink that cooks across the Mediterranean use to color and flavor rice and pasta dishes — the black risotto and pasta of Italy and Spain.
Cuttlefish is very lean and high in protein, with about 79 calories per 100 grams raw, roughly 16 grams of protein and under a gram of fat. It is a good source of selenium, vitamin B12, phosphorus and copper, making it a nutrient-dense, low-fat seafood much like squid.
As with squid and octopus, texture is everything: cuttlefish turns rubbery if overcooked, so it is best either flashed quickly over high heat or braised slowly until tender. It takes well to garlic, chilli, olive oil and tomato, and the larger ones are often scored and grilled or stuffed.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw?
There are 79 calories in 100 g of Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw, or about 67 calories in 3 oz (85 g).
How much protein is in Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw?
Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw contains 16.2 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw?
Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw has 0.8 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw?
Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw provides 0.7 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw a good source of?
Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (125% DV), Selenium (81% DV), Riboflavin (B2) (70% DV), Copper (65% DV), Iron (33% DV) and Protein (32% DV) and a good source of Zinc, Vitamin A (RAE) and Pantothenic Acid (B5) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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