1 piece (medium) of Steamed Sardines (60 g) has 84 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 12.4 g of protein, 3.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 5.3 µg of B12 covers 223% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Steamed Sardines Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

140

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

· 0% DV

Protein

20.6g

· 41% DV

Fat

6.2g

· 8% DV

Fiber

· 0% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 60% · Fat 40%

Steamed Sardines Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

8.9µg · 371% DV

5.6mg · 35% DV

Vitamin D

7µg · 35% DV

0.4mg · 24% DV

Minerals

Selenium

40µg · 73% DV

Phosphorus

370mg · 53% DV

Calcium

320mg · 32% DV

Iodine

35µg · 23% DV

How Nutritious Is Steamed Sardines?

Nutrient density

Very high

85/ 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

56/ 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.

Steamed Sardines 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 Steamed Sardines

To burn the 140 calories in 100 g:

🚶

35min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

14min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

19min

Cycling

🏊

16min

Swimming

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

Is Steamed Sardines 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 Steamed Sardines 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 Steamed Sardines 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

Steamed Sardines Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.6g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.1g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.4g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Steamed Sardines

How many calories are in steamed sardines?

Steamed sardines contain 140 calories per 100 g. The same amount provides 20.6 g of protein and 6.2 g of fat.

Are steamed sardines suitable for a keto diet?

Yes. Steamed sardines have 0 g of carbohydrates and a glycemic index of 0, making them compatible with keto and ketovore diets. They are also suitable for pescatarian, Mediterranean, Paleo, and gluten-free diets, but contain fish allergens.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026