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Protein facts for Tilapia per 100g and per 3 oz serving. Values are USDA-approximate for raw or standard prepared state.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal |
| Protein | 20g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 0g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g |
| Total Fat | 1.7g |
| Serving | Protein | Calories | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50g | 10g | 48 | 0g | 0.9g |
| 3 oz (85g) | 17g | 82 | 0g | 1.4g |
| 100g | 20g | 96 | 0g | 1.7g |
| 150g | 30g | 144 | 0g | 2.6g |
| 200g | 40g | 192 | 0g | 3.4g |
Based on one 3 oz serving (85g, 17g protein).
| Daily Protein Target | Target (g) | % Covered | Remaining (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedentary adult (0.8g/kg, ~150lb person) | 55g | 31% | 38g |
| Active adult (1.2g/kg, ~150lb person) | 82g | 21% | 65g |
| Athlete (1.6g/kg, ~150lb person) | 109g | 16% | 92g |
| Bodybuilder (2.0g/kg, ~150lb person) | 136g | 13% | 119g |
The general guideline is 0.8g per kg for sedentary adults (roughly 50g/day), 1.2 to 1.6g per kg for active individuals (roughly 100g/day), and up to 2g per kg for athletes (roughly 150g/day). Tilapia at 17g per 3 oz can be a meaningful part of reaching those targets.
Cooking does not destroy protein, but it changes the weight and water content of Tilapia. Raw and cooked weights differ, so always log Tilapia by the state you are actually consuming it in. FitCommit's camera scanner handles both raw and cooked versions.
Within the proteins category, Tilapia ranks based on its 20g of protein per 100g. Check the related foods section to compare it to similar options. FitCommit's database covers 200 common foods with full protein breakdowns.
Yes. High-protein foods help preserve muscle mass during a calorie deficit. Tilapia provides 17g of protein per 3 oz. Its lower calorie count also makes it easy to stay in a deficit.
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