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Mouse Calories
Rodent meat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Mouse (35 g) has 45 calories. That works out to 128 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 7.2 g of protein, 1.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Mouse Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 35 g
45
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
1.7g
· 2% 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 65% · Fat 35%
Mouse nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 45 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.7 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.52 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Small Mouse?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 20 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 115 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 192 kcal |
Calculated from 128 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mouse
Can you eat mouse meat?
Yes, mouse meat is eaten in some parts of the world, but that does not make a household or wild mouse safe food. Only consider meat raised or inspected for consumption; do not eat mice caught in homes or outdoors.
What does mouse meat taste like?
Mouse meat is often compared with other small game, but its flavor varies with the animal and how it is prepared. A wild or household mouse is not a reliable food source, so tasting one is not worth the safety risk.
Is mouse meat safe to eat?
Mouse meat is safe only when it comes from a trustworthy, food-approved source and is handled and cooked properly. Wild and household mice may carry pathogens or have been exposed to rodent poison, so cooking alone cannot make every mouse safe.
How do you cook mouse meat?
Cook mouse meat only if it was raised or inspected as food. Keep raw meat away from ready-to-eat foods, wash hands and surfaces after handling it, and cook it thoroughly all the way through. Do not prepare a wild-caught or household mouse.
Can you eat a house mouse?
No, eating a house mouse is not recommended. It may have contacted droppings, household chemicals, or rodent poison, and its health status is unknown. Cooking does not reliably remove chemical contamination, so use food from a controlled source instead.
Are mouse meat and rat meat the same?
No. Mice and rats are different animals, even though both are rodents, so their meat is not interchangeable by name. Neither should be assumed safe to eat based on appearance; the animal’s species and food-source status matter.
What diseases can mouse meat carry?
Infected mice can carry disease-causing organisms, and handling contaminated blood, urine, or droppings can also expose people. The exact risk depends on the animal and location. Avoid butchering wild mice, rather than relying on cooking to remove every hazard.
Do people eat mouse meat in any countries?
Yes, mouse meat is eaten in some communities and may be prepared as a local food. Practices vary, and this does not mean that ordinary house mice are suitable to eat; food animals need a known, controlled source.
Can you eat mouse meat raw?
No, mouse meat should not be eaten raw. Raw meat can carry harmful microbes or parasites, and freezing or marinating does not reliably make it safe. A wild or household mouse remains unsuitable even if you plan to cook it later.
Can mouse meat be frozen?
Yes, mouse meat from a trustworthy food source can be wrapped and frozen like other meat. Freezing does not reliably eliminate pathogens or make poison-contaminated meat safe, so it is not a way to salvage a wild-caught or household mouse.
Mouse Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.56µg · 23% DV
B3
1.78mg · 11% DV
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.3µg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
67mg · 10% DV
Zinc
0.74mg · 7% DV
Iron
0.84mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
109mg · 3% DV
Sodium
20mg · 1% DV
Mouse Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mouse
To burn the 45 calories in 1 piece (small) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Mouse?
Mouse meat comes from a small rodent and is eaten in a limited number of regional food traditions; it is not an everyday meat in most English-speaking countries. It is generally served cooked, often in small portions, though customary preparations vary by place. The meat is lean and fairly firm in texture, with a flavour that can differ depending on the animal and how it is prepared. At 20.5 g of protein per 100 g, it is protein-rich, with no carbohydrates listed. If you encounter it, treat it as a specialty rather than a routine substitute for familiar meats, and make sure it comes from a reliable food source and is thoroughly cooked.
How Nutritious Is Mouse?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
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.
Is Mouse Processed?
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.
Does Mouse Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Mouse Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Mouse Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.63g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.