Mediterranean Seafood Guide
27 items classified under standard Mediterranean guidelines.
This guide covers all 27 seafood classified under Mediterranean guidelines. Mediterranean evaluates foods primarily by how often the food appears in the traditional Mediterranean pattern, which determines how each item in this category is classified.
Seafood are universally compatible with Mediterranean. Each item listed here is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Anchovies | Allowed | 210kcal |
| Calamari | Allowed | 234kcal |
| Canned Salmon | Allowed | 136kcal |
| Canned Tuna | Allowed | 85kcal |
| Canned Tuna in Oil | Allowed | 198kcal |
| Canned Tuna in Water | Allowed | 128kcal |
| Catfish | Allowed | 95kcal |
| Clams | Allowed | 86kcal |
| Cod | Allowed | 82kcal |
| Crab | Allowed | 83kcal |
| Fish Sticks | Allowed | 277kcal |
| Halibut | Allowed | 91kcal |
| Lobster | Allowed | 97kcal |
| Mahi Mahi | Allowed | 85kcal |
| Mussels | Allowed | 109kcal |
| Oysters | Allowed | 51kcal |
| Salmon | Allowed | 213kcal |
| Sardines | Allowed | 208kcal |
| Scallops | Allowed | 217kcal |
| Sea Bass | Allowed | 97kcal |
| Shrimp | Allowed | 426kcal |
| Smoked Salmon | Allowed | 117kcal |
| Sushi | Allowed | 94kcal |
| Swordfish | Allowed | 121kcal |
| Tilapia | Allowed | 96kcal |
| Trout | Allowed | 148kcal |
| Tuna | Allowed | 206kcal |
Classification Breakdown
27 Allowed — These seafood are a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern.
Mediterranean is a frequency pattern, not a banned-list diet. Most foods fit somewhere on the spectrum.
Allowed Seafood (27)
Anchovies
AllowedAt 210kcal calories per 100g, Anchovies falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 28.9g protein and 9.7g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Sardines at 208kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Calamari
AllowedAt 234kcal calories per 100g, Calamari falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, calamari also provides 13.8g protein and 13.2g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Scallops at 217kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Salmon
AllowedCanned Salmon is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 136kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 24.6g protein and 378mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Canned Tuna in Water and Trout for calories, ranking 17 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Tuna
AllowedAt 85kcal calories per 100g, Canned Tuna falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 19g protein and 219mg sodium per serving. Among the 27 items in this category, canned tuna sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Mahi Mahi at 85kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Tuna in Oil
AllowedCanned Tuna in Oil is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 198kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 29.1g protein and 8.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Trout and Tuna for calories, ranking 19 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Tuna in Water
AllowedCanned Tuna in Water is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 128kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 23.6g protein and 377mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Swordfish and Canned Salmon for calories, ranking 16 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Catfish
AllowedCatfish is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 95kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.4g protein per serving. Within this category, it falls between Sushi and Tilapia for calories, ranking 9 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Clams
AllowedWith 86kcal calories per 100g, Clams earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 14.7g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 27 items in this category, clams sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Halibut at 91kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cod
AllowedAt 82kcal calories per 100g, Cod falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 17.8g protein per serving. Among the 27 items in this category, cod sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Crab at 83kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic (raw) | 82kcal | 17.8g | 0.7g | 0g | 0g |
| Pacific (raw) | 84kcal | 20.4g | 0.3g | 0g | — |
Crab
AllowedCrab is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 83kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 17.9g protein and 395mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 27 items in this category, crab sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Canned Tuna at 85kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Fish Sticks
AllowedWith 277kcal calories per 100g, Fish Sticks earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 11g protein and 16.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Calamari at 234kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Halibut
AllowedAt 91kcal calories per 100g, Halibut falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.6g protein per serving. Within this category, it falls between Clams and Sushi for calories, ranking 7 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Lobster
AllowedWith 97kcal calories per 100g, Lobster earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 20.9g protein and 535mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Tilapia and Sea Bass for calories, ranking 11 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mahi Mahi
AllowedMahi Mahi is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 85kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.5g protein per serving. Among the 27 items in this category, mahi mahi sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Clams at 86kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mussels
AllowedMussels is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 109kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 15.1g protein and 362mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Sea Bass and Smoked Salmon for calories, ranking 13 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Oysters
AllowedWith 51kcal calories per 100g, Oysters earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 5.7g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 27 items in this category, oysters sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Cod at 82kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Salmon
AllowedSalmon is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 213kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. 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 calories. The nearest lower option is Anchovies at 210kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic (raw) | 142kcal | 19.8g | 6.3g | 0g | 0g |
| Atlantic (farmed, raw) | 208kcal | 20.4g | 13.4g | 0g | 0g |
Sardines
AllowedWith 208kcal calories per 100g, Sardines earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 24.6g protein and 11.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Tuna at 206kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Scallops
AllowedWith 217kcal calories per 100g, Scallops earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. 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 calories. The nearest lower option is Salmon at 213kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sea Bass
AllowedAt 97kcal calories per 100g, Sea Bass falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, sea bass also provides 18.4g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Lobster and Mussels for calories, ranking 12 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Shrimp
AllowedShrimp is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 426kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 7.1g protein and 17.9g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Fish Sticks at 277kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw | 100kcal | 20.4g | 1.4g | 0g | 0g |
| Cooked | 87kcal | 17.5g | 1.3g | 0g | 0g |
Smoked Salmon
AllowedSmoked Salmon is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 117kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.3g protein and 672mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Mussels and Swordfish for calories, ranking 14 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sushi
AllowedSushi is classified as Allowed on Mediterranean, with 94kcal calories per 100g. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 428mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Halibut and Catfish for calories, ranking 8 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Swordfish
AllowedAt 121kcal calories per 100g, Swordfish falls into the Allowed category under Mediterranean guidelines. It is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. Beyond the primary classification, swordfish also provides 19.7g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Smoked Salmon and Canned Tuna in Water for calories, ranking 15 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Tilapia
AllowedWith 96kcal calories per 100g, Tilapia earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 20.1g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Catfish and Lobster for calories, ranking 10 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Trout
AllowedWith 148kcal calories per 100g, Trout earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 20.8g protein and 6.6g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Canned Salmon and Canned Tuna in Oil for calories, ranking 18 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Tuna
AllowedWith 206kcal calories per 100g, Tuna earns a Allowed classification on Mediterranean. This means it is a regular feature of the traditional Mediterranean pattern. It also contains 15.3g protein and 14.9g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Canned Tuna in Oil and Sardines for calories, ranking 20 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh (raw) | 144kcal | 23.3g | 4.9g | 0g | 0g |
| Canned in Water | 90kcal | 19g | 0.9g | 0.1g | — |
| Canned in Oil | 198kcal | 29.1g | 8.2g | 0g | 0g |