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Lean protein, rich in selenium and B12
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Baked rock seabass (170 g) has 211 calories. That works out to 124 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 40.8 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.2 µg of B12 covers 135% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 170 g
211
KCAL / 170G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
40.8g
· 82% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 80% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 211 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.02 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 122 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 40.8 g | 82% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 170 g | 211 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 35 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 85 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 112 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 140 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 260 g | 322 kcal |
Calculated from 124 calories per 100 g.
Bake rock seabass after seasoning it with olive oil, lemon, salt and herbs. Place a whole fish or fillets in a baking dish and cook until the flesh turns opaque and separates easily with a fork; thickness affects the timing.
Baked rock seabass takes longer when cooked whole than as thin fillets, so don’t rely on one fixed time. Check the thickest part: the flesh should be opaque and flake readily, with no translucent center.
Bake rock seabass in a preheated oven at a moderate temperature so the outside does not dry before the center cooks. The right timing still depends on whether you are cooking a whole fish or fillets and how thick they are.
Baked rock seabass pairs well with roasted vegetables, potatoes, or a crisp green salad. Lemon and fresh herbs complement its mild flavor; a rich sauce is optional rather than necessary.
Yes, you can bake rock seabass whole after it has been cleaned. Add lemon and herbs to the cavity for flavor, then check the thickest part near the backbone to make sure the flesh is cooked through.
No, you do not need to cover rock seabass with foil. Leaving it uncovered lets the surface cook directly; covering it can help limit drying, but it also traps steam and will not give the fish a browned surface.
Keep baked rock seabass moist by avoiding overcooking and checking the thickest section as it bakes. A little olive oil and lemon in the baking dish can help, but the main practical step is taking the fish out as soon as it flakes easily.
Yes, rock seabass can be baked from frozen, but it will take longer and may cook less evenly than thawed fish. For a more predictable result, thaw it safely in the refrigerator first and pat the surface dry before seasoning.
Not necessarily. “Rock seabass” can refer to a different fish from the seabass commonly sold as European seabass, and common names vary by region. The exact species depends on the fish being sold, not on the baking method.
Yes, baked rock seabass is a lean-protein choice and provides selenium and vitamin B12. Baking also makes it easy to use less added fat than frying; heavy sauces or excess salt can change the overall meal.
Vitamins
B12
3.23µg · 135% DV
B3
8.16mg · 51% DV
B6
0.68mg · 40% DV
B5
1.27mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
61µg · 111% DV
Phosphorus
374mg · 53% DV
Iodine
48µg · 32% DV
Potassium ⭐
663mg · 20% DV
Sodium
122mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 211 calories in 1 piece (medium) (170 g):
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Baked rock seabass is rock-dwelling Mediterranean fish cooked in an oven, often whole or as fillets with olive oil, lemon and herbs. The name refers to a coastal fish found around the Mediterranean, including the Aegean, rather than to a particular sauce or crust.
Its flesh is white, firm and mildly flavoured, so it works well with simple, bright seasoning. Serve it with roasted vegetables, salad or potatoes; lemon and olive oil are familiar Mediterranean accompaniments, while it also fits easily into a weeknight seafood dinner elsewhere. It is a lean, protein-rich main: 100 g provides 24 g of protein. Keep the oil modest and add vegetables for a lighter, balanced plate.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.02g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.