Eastern Oyster · Crassostrea virginica

Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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69 kcal Calories

14%

7.1 g Protein

3.9 g Carbs

2.5 g Fat

Excellent nutrient density 65/100

How many beneficial nutrients Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned 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, oyster, eastern, canned come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

69 kcal / serving

24% from carbs

Carbs 24%

3.9 g per serving
Fat 34%

2.5 g per serving
Protein 43%

7.1 g per serving

What Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned 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).

Zinc827% Vitamin B12797% Copper496% Selenium65% Iron37% Manganese20% Choline15% Protein14% Thiamin (B1)13% Riboflavin (B2)13% Magnesium13% Phosphorus11% Vitamin A (RAE)10%

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	3.9 g	1%
Dietary Fiber	0.0 g	0%
Total Sugars	0.0 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	2.5 g	3%
Saturated Fat	0.6 g	3%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.3 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.7 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	37.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	49.0 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	109.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	435.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	60.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	74.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	97.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	60.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	9.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	49.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	68.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	211.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	228.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	7.1 g	14%
Histidine	136.0 mg	—
Isoleucine	307.0 mg	—
Leucine	497.0 mg	—
Lysine	528.0 mg	—
Methionine	159.0 mg	—
Phenylalanine	253.0 mg	—
Threonine	304.0 mg	—
Tryptophan	79.0 mg	—
Valine	308.0 mg	—
Alanine	427.0 mg	—
Arginine	515.0 mg	—
Aspartic Acid	681.0 mg	—
Cystine	93.0 mg	—
Glutamic Acid	961.0 mg	—
Glycine	442.0 mg	—
Proline	288.0 mg	—
Serine	316.0 mg	—
Tyrosine	226.0 mg	—

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	90.0 mcg	10%
Vitamin C	5.0 mg	6%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	0.9 mg	6%
Vitamin K	0.1 mcg	0%
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg	13%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	13%
Niacin (B3)	1.2 mg	8%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	6%
Folate (B9)	9.0 mcg	2%
Vitamin B12	19.1 mcg	797%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.2 mg	4%
Choline	81.0 mg	15%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	45.0 mg	3%
Iron	6.7 mg	37%
Magnesium	54.0 mg	13%
Phosphorus	139.0 mg	11%
Potassium	229.0 mg	5%
Sodium	112.0 mg	5%
Zinc	91.0 mg	827%
Copper	4.5 mg	496%
Manganese	0.5 mg	20%
Selenium	35.8 mcg	65%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	55.0 mg	18%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	0.0 g	—
Caffeine	0.0 mg	—
Theobromine	0.0 mg	—
Ash	1.4 g	—

About Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned

The eastern oyster (Crassostrea virginica), also called the Atlantic or Virginia oyster, is an edible marine bivalve native to the eastern coasts of the Americas and the most widely farmed oyster in North America. Inside its rough, irregular gray shell is plump, glistening meat with a soft texture and a briny, mineral flavor that subtly reflects the waters where it grew. Oysters are very lean and remarkably nutrient-dense, ranking among the best food sources of zinc, along with vitamin B12, iron, copper, selenium, and omega-3 fatty acids.

They are famously eaten raw on the half shell with a squeeze of lemon or a dab of mignonette, and they are also grilled, baked, fried, roasted, and simmered into stews and chowders. Buy oysters with tightly closed shells from a reputable source, keep them cold and cup-side down, and shuck them just before serving.

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

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned?

There are 69 calories in 100 g of Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned, or about 59 calories in 3 oz (85 g).

How much protein is in Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned?

Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned contains 7.1 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned?

Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned has 3.9 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned?

Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned provides 2.5 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned a good source of?

Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned is an excellent source of Zinc (827% DV), Vitamin B12 (797% DV), Copper (496% DV), Selenium (65% DV), Iron (37% DV) and Manganese (20% DV) and a good source of Choline, Protein, Thiamin (B1), Riboflavin (B2), Magnesium and Phosphorus (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.