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Smoked halibut Calories
Omega-3 source, low fat, high protein, smoked flavor
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Smoked halibut (40 g) has 44 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Smoked halibut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 40 g
44
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% 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%
Smoked halibut nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 44 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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 Slice of Smoked halibut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 40 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 88 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Smoked halibut
What is smoked halibut?
Smoked halibut is halibut flavored and preserved with smoke. It may be hot-smoked, which cooks the fish, or cold-smoked, which may leave it uncooked. Check the package directions to know whether it is ready to eat.
How do you eat smoked halibut?
You can eat smoked halibut cold if its package says it is ready to eat. Serve slices on toast or in a sandwich, salad, or grain bowl; lemon, fresh herbs, and a mild sauce complement its smoky flavor.
What does smoked halibut taste like?
Smoked halibut has the mild, clean flavor of halibut with a distinct smoky note. Its texture and the strength of that flavor vary with the smoking method, so hot-smoked fish is often flakier while cold-smoked fish can be more silky.
Is smoked halibut already cooked?
Hot-smoked halibut is generally cooked during smoking, but cold-smoked halibut may not be. Do not assume every package is ready to eat: check its label, and cook it as directed if it is not marked ready to eat.
How long does smoked halibut last after opening?
Keep opened smoked halibut refrigerated in a sealed container and follow the package’s use-by guidance. Use it promptly rather than leaving it out at room temperature, since the safe storage period varies with the product and how it was packed.
Can you freeze smoked halibut?
Yes, smoked halibut can be frozen in an airtight, freezer-safe wrapping. Thaw it in the refrigerator, not on the counter. Freezing may soften its texture, so thawed smoked halibut is often best used in a cooked dish.
How is smoked halibut made?
Smoked halibut is prepared by curing or seasoning the fish and exposing it to smoke; the exact process depends on whether it is hot- or cold-smoked. At home, use a reliable fish-smoking recipe and safe temperature guidance rather than treating smoking alone as proof that the fish is cooked.
Can you cook or reheat smoked halibut?
Yes, you can warm smoked halibut, but gentle heat helps keep it from drying out. Fold it into a sauce, pasta, or scrambled eggs near the end of cooking. If it is cold-smoked and not ready to eat, cook it fully rather than merely warming it.
Is smoked halibut healthy to eat?
Smoked halibut can be a protein-rich fish choice, but smoking often adds salt. Pair it with vegetables or other less salty foods, and compare sodium information on packages if you are limiting salt; smoked fish is not automatically a low-sodium choice.
Can you eat smoked halibut during pregnancy?
During pregnancy, avoid eating cold-smoked halibut straight from the refrigerator because of the risk of Listeria; heat it until steaming hot instead. Follow package storage instructions, and ask your pregnancy care professional if you are unsure whether a particular product is safe.
Smoked halibut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1µg · 42% DV
Vitamin D
2.8µg · 14% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
B3
0.92mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
88mg · 13% DV
Sodium
260mg · 11% DV
Iodine
16µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
140mg · 4% DV
Smoked halibut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Smoked halibut
To burn the 44 calories in 1 slice (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Smoked halibut?
Smoked halibut is halibut, a large flatfish from cold northern waters, that has been cured and smoked. It is often sold in slices, with firm, delicate flesh and a clean smoky flavour rather than the oily richness of some smoked fish. In places where halibut is familiar, it may be served cold as part of a light lunch, on toast, or alongside potatoes and salad; elsewhere, it makes an easy addition to a seafood board.
Its nutritional profile is notably high in protein and relatively low in fat: a 100 g portion provides 22.5 g of protein. Pair it with lemon, fresh herbs or crisp vegetables, and take its savoury, often salty flavour into account when seasoning the rest of the meal.
How Nutritious Is Smoked halibut?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Smoked halibut Processed?
NOVA 3
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 Smoked halibut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Smoked halibut 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
Smoked halibut Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.