Shrimp vs Scallops
Compared on one consistent basis: per 100 g, from USDA data behind each food page.
Shrimp (Raw) vs Scallops (Sea, Frozen, Raw): nutrition per 100 g
| Per 100 g | Shrimp (Raw) | Scallops (Sea, Frozen, Raw) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 kcal | 66 kcal |
| Protein | 15.6 g | 13.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 2 g |
| Fat | 0.8 g | 0.5 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
| Allergens | Shellfish, Crustacean shellfish | Shellfish |
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g
| Nutrient | Shrimp (Raw) | Scallops (Sea, Frozen, Raw) |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 64.63 mg | 10.54 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.21 mg | 0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.52 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.53 mg | 30.63 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.03 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 190.6 mg | 214 mg |
| Potassium, K | 145.9 mg | 244.9 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 19.48 ug | 15.74 ug |
| Sodium, Na | 474.9 mg | 313 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1 ug | 1.29 ug |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.94 mg | 1 mg |
Shrimp (Raw) is higher in protein. Reach for Shrimp (Raw) when you want protein for fullness or recovery.
Full nutrition facts: Shrimp (Raw) · Scallops (Sea, Frozen, Raw)
Bottom line
Per 100 g, Shrimp (Raw) provides 71 kcal, 15.6 g protein, 0.5 g carbohydrate and 0.8 g fat; Scallops (Sea) provides 66 kcal, 13.5 g protein, 2 g carbohydrate and 0.5 g fat.
That is a difference of 5 kcal per 100 g, before anything is added in the pan.
Both cook in minutes and both are ruined by a minute too long. Shrimp turn rubbery, scallops turn chalky. The practical difference is the sear: scallops need a dry surface and a hot pan to brown properly, shrimp do not need browning at all.
In short: for protein per calorie, shrimp. If that is not the deciding factor, pick by the dish, the price and how you plan to cook it.
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Values are per 100 g from the USDA FoodData Central records behind each food page and are rounded; brands and preparation change the numbers. This comparison is educational, not medical advice.