1 serving (medium) of Shrimp in butter (120 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.4 g of carbs, 22.2 g of protein, 11 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 45.6 µg of Selenium covers 83% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Shrimp in butter Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

165

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

1.2g

· 0% DV

Protein

18.5g

· 37% DV

Fat

9.2g

· 12% DV

Fiber

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 46% · Fat 51%

Shrimp in butter Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

1.2µg · 50% DV

2.1mg · 13% DV

0.12mg · 9% DV

0.13mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Selenium

38µg · 69% DV

Phosphorus

190mg · 27% DV

Iodine

35µg · 23% DV

Sodium

390mg · 17% DV

How Nutritious Is Shrimp in butter?

Nutrient density

High

70/ 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

Medium

51/ 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.

Shrimp in butter Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

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

How to Burn Off Shrimp in butter

To burn the 165 calories in 100 g:

🚶

41min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

17min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

22min

Cycling

🏊

19min

Swimming

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

Is Shrimp in butter 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 Shrimp in butter Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free

Dairy yes

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Shrimp in butter Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Shrimp in butter Fat Profile

SATURATED

5.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.3g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.1g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shrimp in butter

How many calories are in shrimp in butter?

Shrimp in butter contains 165 calories per 100 g. The same serving provides 18.5 g of protein, 9.2 g of fat, and 1.2 g of carbohydrates.

Is shrimp in butter suitable for a keto diet?

Yes, shrimp in butter is compatible with a keto diet. It has 1.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and a glycemic index of 0, but it contains shellfish and dairy allergens.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026