DASH Seafood Guide
27 items classified under standard DASH guidelines.
This guide covers all 27 seafood classified under DASH guidelines. DASH evaluates foods primarily by sodium content and DASH serving targets, which determines how each item in this category is classified.
Good news for DASH followers: all seafood fit the diet. These foods are a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Sodium (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Anchovies | Allowed | 3668mg |
| Calamari | Allowed | 377mg |
| Canned Salmon | Allowed | 378mg |
| Canned Tuna | Allowed | 219mg |
| Canned Tuna in Oil | Allowed | 416mg |
| Canned Tuna in Water | Allowed | 377mg |
| Catfish | Allowed | 43mg |
| Clams | Allowed | 56mg |
| Cod | Allowed | 54mg |
| Crab | Allowed | 395mg |
| Fish Sticks | Allowed | 402mg |
| Halibut | Allowed | 68mg |
| Lobster | Allowed | 535mg |
| Mahi Mahi | Allowed | 88mg |
| Mussels | Allowed | 362mg |
| Oysters | Allowed | 85mg |
| Salmon | Allowed | 507mg |
| Sardines | Allowed | 307mg |
| Scallops | Allowed | 466mg |
| Sea Bass | Allowed | 68mg |
| Shrimp | Allowed | 571mg |
| Smoked Salmon | Allowed | 672mg |
| Sushi | Allowed | 428mg |
| Swordfish | Allowed | 90mg |
| Tilapia | Allowed | 52mg |
| Trout | Allowed | 52mg |
| Tuna | Allowed | 372mg |
Classification Breakdown
27 Allowed — These seafood are a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins.
DASH works through lower sodium and higher potassium, magnesium, and calcium from produce, dairy, and legumes.
Allowed Seafood (27)
Anchovies
AllowedWith 3668mg sodium per 100g, Anchovies earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, anchovies also provides 28.9g protein and 9.7g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Smoked Salmon at 672mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Calamari
AllowedAt 377mg sodium per 100g, Calamari falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 13.8g protein and 13.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Tuna and Canned Tuna in Water for sodium, ranking 15 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Salmon
AllowedCanned Salmon is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 378mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 24.6g protein per serving. Within this category, it falls between Canned Tuna in Water and Crab for sodium, ranking 17 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Tuna
AllowedCanned Tuna is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 219mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 19g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Swordfish and Sardines for sodium, ranking 11 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Tuna in Oil
AllowedAt 416mg sodium per 100g, Canned Tuna in Oil falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 29.1g protein and 8.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Fish Sticks and Sushi for sodium, ranking 20 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Tuna in Water
AllowedAt 377mg sodium per 100g, Canned Tuna in Water falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 23.6g protein per serving. Within this category, it falls between Calamari and Canned Salmon for sodium, ranking 16 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Catfish
AllowedWith 43mg sodium per 100g, Catfish earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, catfish also provides 16.4g protein per 100g. Among the 27 items in this category, catfish sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Tilapia at 52mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Clams
AllowedWith 56mg sodium per 100g, Clams earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, clams also provides 14.7g protein per 100g. Among the 27 items in this category, clams sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Halibut at 68mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cod
AllowedWith 54mg sodium per 100g, Cod earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 17.8g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 27 items in this category, cod sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Clams at 56mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic (raw) | 82kcal | 17.8g | 0.7g | 0g | 54mg |
| Pacific (raw) | 84kcal | 20.4g | 0.3g | 0g | 134mg |
Crab
AllowedWith 395mg sodium per 100g, Crab earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 17.9g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Canned Salmon and Fish Sticks for sodium, ranking 18 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Fish Sticks
AllowedAt 402mg sodium per 100g, Fish Sticks falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, fish sticks also provides 11g protein and 16.2g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Crab and Canned Tuna in Oil for sodium, ranking 19 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Halibut
AllowedAt 68mg sodium per 100g, Halibut falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.6g protein per serving. Among the 27 items in this category, halibut sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Sea Bass at 68mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Lobster
AllowedWith 535mg sodium per 100g, Lobster earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 20.9g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Salmon at 507mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mahi Mahi
AllowedMahi Mahi is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 88mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 18.5g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Oysters and Swordfish for sodium, ranking 9 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mussels
AllowedAt 362mg sodium per 100g, Mussels falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, mussels also provides 15.1g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Sardines and Tuna for sodium, ranking 13 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Oysters
AllowedWith 85mg sodium per 100g, Oysters earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, oysters also provides 5.7g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Sea Bass and Mahi Mahi for sodium, ranking 8 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Salmon
AllowedWith 507mg sodium per 100g, Salmon earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 10.8g protein and 17.4g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Scallops at 466mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic (raw) | 142kcal | 19.8g | 6.3g | 0g | 44mg |
| Atlantic (farmed, raw) | 208kcal | 20.4g | 13.4g | 0g | 59mg |
Sardines
AllowedSardines is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 307mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 24.6g protein and 11.5g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Canned Tuna and Mussels for sodium, ranking 12 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Scallops
AllowedScallops is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 466mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 11.1g protein and 12.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Sushi at 428mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sea Bass
AllowedWith 68mg sodium per 100g, Sea Bass earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 18.4g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Halibut and Oysters for sodium, ranking 7 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Shrimp
AllowedWith 571mg sodium per 100g, Shrimp earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, shrimp also provides 7.1g protein and 17.9g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Lobster at 535mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw | 100kcal | 20.4g | 1.4g | 0g | 870mg |
| Cooked | 87kcal | 17.5g | 1.3g | 0g | 97mg |
Smoked Salmon
AllowedSmoked Salmon is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 672mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.3g protein per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Shrimp at 571mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sushi
AllowedAt 428mg sodium per 100g, Sushi falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Canned Tuna in Oil at 416mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Swordfish
AllowedWith 90mg sodium per 100g, Swordfish earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, swordfish also provides 19.7g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Mahi Mahi and Canned Tuna for sodium, ranking 10 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Tilapia
AllowedAt 52mg sodium per 100g, Tilapia falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 20.1g protein per serving. Among the 27 items in this category, tilapia sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Trout at 52mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Trout
AllowedWith 52mg sodium per 100g, Trout earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, trout also provides 20.8g protein and 6.6g fat per 100g. Among the 27 items in this category, trout sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Cod at 54mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Tuna
AllowedWith 372mg sodium per 100g, Tuna earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, tuna also provides 15.3g protein and 14.9g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Mussels and Calamari for sodium, ranking 14 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh (raw) | 144kcal | 23.3g | 4.9g | 0g | 39mg |
| Canned in Water | 90kcal | 19g | 0.9g | 0.1g | 219mg |
| Canned in Oil | 198kcal | 29.1g | 8.2g | 0g | 416mg |