Fish, surimi
FDC 173702oz (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 70 · -5 vs Fish & seafood medianSurimi, the processed fish used in imitation crab, scores 70 of 100, a Good band result, though its rank of 37 of 60 in Fish & seafood sits below the category's high median. It still delivers 30% DV of protein and 10% DV of magnesium.
A typical ounce (28 g) turns up in California rolls, seafood salads, and crab cakes. It carries 6.85 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, more than most fish, a sign of the starches and binders used in processing, and its sodium, at 143 mg per 100 g, runs higher than fresh fish too; those wanting a less processed, higher-scoring option could choose fish, salmon, chinook, raw instead.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 99 kcal | 5% |
| Total fat | 0.9 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.19 g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 143 mg | 6% |
| Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 2% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 15 g | 30% |
| Potassium | 112 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.26 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 43 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 20 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.63 mg | 4% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 28 kcal | 1% |
| Total fat | 0.25 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 8.4 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
| Potassium | 31 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 2.5 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.07 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 12 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 5.6 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.18 mg | 1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 173702Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the fish & seafood median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
Fish, carp, rawDensity 71 vs 70Fish, salmon, chinook, rawDensity 72 vs 70Fish, haddock, smokedDensity 73 vs 70