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A plump, bouncy texture that brightens any bowl. Moderate fatty acids and the red pigment astaxanthin (a potent antioxidant) are added attractions. Cholesterol is somewhat elevated, so keep that in mind.

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Basic Nutrients (per 100g)

High protein at 19.6g with only 0.6g of fat. Powerful antioxidant activity from astaxanthin is a key benefit.

Calories

82 kcal

Protein

19.6 g

Fat

0.6 g

Carbs

0.7 g

Minerals (per 100g)

Calcium 68mg, iron 1.4mg, and zinc 1.2mg are abundant. Potassium 270mg and magnesium 37mg round out a mineral-rich profile.

Sodium

140 mg

Salt equiv.

0.3 g

Potassium

270 mg

Calcium

68 mg

Magnesium

37 mg

Phosphorus

220 mg

Iron

1.4 mg

Zinc

1.2 mg

Copper

0.30 mg

Manganese

0.10 mg

Vitamins (per 100g)

Vitamin E 2mg and niacin 3.6mg, along with folate 38μg, stand out. Vitamin B12 at 1.2μg also helps with anemia prevention.

Vitamin A

0 µg

Vitamin D

0.0 µg

Vitamin E

2.0 mg

Vitamin K

0 µg

Vitamin B6

0.10 mg

Vitamin B12

1.2 µg

Vitamin C

1 mg

Niacin

3.6 mg

Folate

38 µg

Pantothenic acid

0.20 mg

Biotin

1.9 µg

Nutrition values are calculated based on the Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan 2020 (8th Revised Edition) by MEXT. Some seasonings and soups are reference values that include estimates from similar foods.