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Pink-orange chunks of raw salmon with smooth, moist surfaces are threaded onto a skewer, their edges and pale marbling visible against a plain serving plate.
●Low GI
★Natural
⚡High Potassium

Raw salmon skewer Calories

High protein, rich in omega-3

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

286kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

363mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Raw salmon skewer (120 g) has 343 calories. That works out to 286 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 15.6 g of protein, 30 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.8 µg of B12 covers 160% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Raw salmon skewer Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g

343

KCAL / 120G

Carbs

2.6g

· 1% DV

Protein

15.6g

· 31% DV

Fat

30g

· 38% 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 3% · Protein 18% · Fat 79%

Raw salmon skewer nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories343 kcal
Total fat30 g38%
Saturated fat3.72 g19%
Trans fat0.12 g
Sodium71 mg3%
Total carbohydrate2.6 g1%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein15.6 g31%

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 Medium Raw salmon skewer?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)120 g343 kcal
1 ounce (small)28 g80 kcal
1 piece (small)80 g229 kcal
100 g100 g286 kcal
1 serving (mini)100 g286 kcal
1 piece (large)160 g458 kcal
200 g200 g572 kcal
2 piece (double)240 g686 kcal
3 piece (triple)360 g1030 kcal

Calculated from 286 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Raw salmon skewer

Is raw salmon skewer safe to eat?

Raw salmon skewer carries more food-safety risk than cooked salmon because raw fish can contain parasites or harmful bacteria. Use salmon specifically sourced for raw eating and kept properly chilled; putting it on a skewer does not make it safer.

What salmon should you use for raw salmon skewer?

Choose salmon sold for raw consumption from a reputable fishmonger. “Sushi-grade” is not a consistently regulated safety guarantee, so ask how the fish was handled and whether it received parasite-control freezing before using it for raw salmon skewer.

Can raw salmon skewer contain worms?

Yes, raw salmon can contain parasites, and appearance or smell cannot reliably rule them out. Proper commercial freezing can reduce parasite risk, but it does not eliminate every harmful bacterium; an ordinary home freezer may not provide the same control.

Should you freeze salmon before making raw salmon skewer?

Freezing under appropriate conditions helps control parasites in raw salmon skewer, but briefly freezing salmon at home may not be enough. Buy fish with suitable parasite controls already in place, and thaw it in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Does lemon juice cook raw salmon skewer?

No, lemon juice does not safely cook raw salmon skewer. Acid can change the fish’s texture and color, but it does not reliably kill parasites or harmful bacteria; marinating in citrus is not a substitute for cooking.

How do you make raw salmon skewer safely at home?

Use salmon intended for raw consumption, keep it cold, and handle it with clean hands, a clean knife, and a separate cutting board. Keep raw fish away from ready-to-eat foods, clean contacted surfaces, and serve the raw salmon skewer promptly.

How long can raw salmon skewer stay in the fridge?

Serve raw salmon skewer as soon as possible after preparation and never leave it sitting at room temperature. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use them soon; discard fish that has been warm for too long or whose cold storage is uncertain.

Can you eat raw salmon skewer while pregnant?

No, avoid raw salmon skewer during pregnancy because raw fish can carry germs that cause foodborne illness. Choose salmon cooked all the way through instead; lemon-marinated salmon is still raw and is not a safer replacement.

Should you rinse salmon before making raw salmon skewer?

No, rinsing salmon for raw salmon skewer does not remove harmful germs and can spread splashes around the sink and counter. Pat the fish dry with a clean paper towel, then wash your hands and any surfaces that touched it.

Can you grill a raw salmon skewer?

Yes, you can grill a salmon skewer, but grilling cooks the fish, so it is no longer raw salmon skewer. Cook it through and use a clean plate and utensils rather than anything that held the raw fish.

Raw salmon skewer Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

3.84µg · 160% DV

B3

10.44mg · 65% DV

Vitamin D

12µg · 60% DV

B6

0.96mg · 56% DV

Minerals

Selenium

44µg · 80% DV

Phosphorus

302mg · 43% DV

Iodine

36µg · 24% DV

Potassium ⭐

436mg · 13% DV

Sodium

71mg · 3% DV

Raw salmon skewer Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Raw salmon skewer

To burn the 343 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):

🚶

85min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

35min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

47min

Cycling

🏊

40min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Raw salmon skewer?

A raw salmon skewer is made by threading bite-sized pieces of salmon onto a skewer and serving them uncooked. It is not a traditional Turkish home dish; you’re more likely to find it in sushi restaurants or on contemporary starter menus. The fish has a rich, mild flavour and a soft texture, and may be served with lemon, soy sauce or wasabi. In Turkey, where raw fish is less familiar than grilled or baked salmon, it is often a more adventurous choice.

Salmon provides protein and is rich in omega-3 fats, with much of its energy coming from fat. Serve the skewer with greens for a lighter starter, or add rice for a more substantial meal. Choose fish intended for raw eating and keep it properly chilled.

How Nutritious Is Raw salmon skewer?

Nutrient density

Very high

82/ 100

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

Low

31/ 100

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 Raw salmon skewer Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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 Raw salmon skewer Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish yes
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Raw salmon skewer Good For?

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

Raw salmon skewer Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.72g

MONOUNSATURATED

6.6g

POLYUNSATURATED

4.68g

⚖️

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.