Fish & seafood

How much protein is in cod?

One fillet of cod (150 g) has about 35 g of protein. Per 100 g, that is 23 g.

Cod is a mild white fish that is almost pure protein with very little fat.

  • Pescatarian
Cod

35 gprotein per fillet

Protein in cod by portion

PortionProtein
fillet (150 g)35 g
100 g23 g

Typical values, cooked weight. Brands and recipes vary, so check the label when you have one.

How cod compares

Cod ranks #23 of 44 common high-protein foods by protein per 100 g. Here it is next to similar foods:

How much cod to hit your target

130 gof cod gives you 30 g of protein, a typical meal
27%of a 126 g daily target in one fillet of cod
18%of a 126 g daily target in 100 g

126 g is the target for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult who wants to build muscle. Your number depends on your weight and goal: calculate your daily protein.

Questions about protein in cod

How much protein is in one fillet of cod?

One fillet of cod (150 g) has about 35 g of protein. Per 100 g, cod has 23 g.

Is cod high in protein?

Yes. With 23 g of protein per 100 g, cod is one of the more protein-dense foods, ranking #23 of the 44 foods in our list.

How much cod do I need for 30 g of protein?

About 130 g, or about 1 fillet, gives you 30 g of protein, a typical amount for one meal.

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