Vegetarian Seafood Guide
27 items classified under standard Vegetarian guidelines.
Vegetarian classifies foods based on whether the food is the flesh of an animal. Of the 27 seafood evaluated, 0 are classified as Allowed, 0 as Limited, and 27 as Not Allowed.
Under Vegetarian guidelines, every item in the seafood category is classified as Not Allowed. The reason is consistent across the category: each item is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. The nutrition data below is still useful for comparing alternatives or understanding what these foods contribute when eaten on other dietary frameworks.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Anchovies | Not Allowed | 210kcal |
| Calamari | Not Allowed | 234kcal |
| Canned Salmon | Not Allowed | 136kcal |
| Canned Tuna | Not Allowed | 85kcal |
| Canned Tuna in Oil | Not Allowed | 198kcal |
| Canned Tuna in Water | Not Allowed | 128kcal |
| Catfish | Not Allowed | 95kcal |
| Clams | Not Allowed | 86kcal |
| Cod | Not Allowed | 82kcal |
| Crab | Not Allowed | 83kcal |
| Fish Sticks | Not Allowed | 277kcal |
| Halibut | Not Allowed | 91kcal |
| Lobster | Not Allowed | 97kcal |
| Mahi Mahi | Not Allowed | 85kcal |
| Mussels | Not Allowed | 109kcal |
| Oysters | Not Allowed | 51kcal |
| Salmon | Not Allowed | 213kcal |
| Sardines | Not Allowed | 208kcal |
| Scallops | Not Allowed | 217kcal |
| Sea Bass | Not Allowed | 97kcal |
| Shrimp | Not Allowed | 426kcal |
| Smoked Salmon | Not Allowed | 117kcal |
| Sushi | Not Allowed | 94kcal |
| Swordfish | Not Allowed | 121kcal |
| Tilapia | Not Allowed | 96kcal |
| Trout | Not Allowed | 148kcal |
| Tuna | Not Allowed | 206kcal |
Classification Breakdown
27 Not Allowed — These are meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes.
Lacto-ovo vegetarian includes dairy and eggs. Hidden traps: animal rennet in cheese, anchovies in Worcestershire, lard in baked goods.
Not Allowed Seafood (27)
Anchovies
Not AllowedAnchovies is classified as Not Allowed on Vegetarian, with 210kcal calories per 100g. This means it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. It also contains 28.9g protein and 9.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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
Not AllowedWith 234kcal calories per 100g, Calamari earns a Not Allowed classification on Vegetarian. It is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. 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
Not AllowedAt 136kcal calories per 100g, Canned Salmon falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. It is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Beyond the primary classification, canned salmon also provides 24.6g protein and 378mg sodium per 100g. 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
Not AllowedAt 85kcal calories per 100g, Canned Tuna falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. It is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Beyond the primary classification, canned tuna also provides 19g protein and 219mg sodium per 100g. 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
Not AllowedAt 198kcal calories per 100g, Canned Tuna in Oil falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 29.1g protein and 8.2g fat per serving. 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
Not AllowedWith 128kcal calories per 100g, Canned Tuna in Water earns a Not Allowed classification on Vegetarian. It is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Beyond the primary classification, canned tuna in water also provides 23.6g protein and 377mg sodium per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Swordfish and Canned Salmon for calories, ranking 16 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Catfish
Not AllowedAt 95kcal calories per 100g, Catfish falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. It is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Beyond the primary classification, catfish also provides 16.4g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Sushi and Tilapia for calories, ranking 9 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Clams
Not AllowedAt 86kcal calories per 100g, Clams falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 14.7g protein per serving. 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
Not AllowedCod is classified as Not Allowed on Vegetarian, with 82kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. 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
Not AllowedAt 83kcal calories per 100g, Crab falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. It is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Beyond the primary classification, crab also provides 17.9g protein and 395mg sodium per 100g. 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
Not AllowedFish Sticks is classified as Not Allowed on Vegetarian, with 277kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11g protein and 16.2g fat per serving. 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
Not AllowedWith 91kcal calories per 100g, Halibut earns a Not Allowed classification on Vegetarian. It is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Beyond the primary classification, halibut also provides 18.6g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Clams and Sushi for calories, ranking 7 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Lobster
Not AllowedAt 97kcal calories per 100g, Lobster falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 20.9g protein and 535mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Tilapia and Sea Bass for calories, ranking 11 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mahi Mahi
Not AllowedWith 85kcal calories per 100g, Mahi Mahi earns a Not Allowed classification on Vegetarian. This means it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. It also contains 18.5g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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
Not AllowedMussels is classified as Not Allowed on Vegetarian, with 109kcal calories per 100g. This means it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. It also contains 15.1g protein and 362mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Sea Bass and Smoked Salmon for calories, ranking 13 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Oysters
Not AllowedOysters is classified as Not Allowed on Vegetarian, with 51kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 5.7g protein per serving. 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
Not AllowedAt 213kcal calories per 100g, Salmon falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. It is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Beyond the primary classification, salmon also provides 10.8g protein and 17.4g fat per 100g. 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
Not AllowedAt 208kcal calories per 100g, Sardines falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. It is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Beyond the primary classification, sardines also provides 24.6g protein and 11.5g fat per 100g. 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
Not AllowedScallops is classified as Not Allowed on Vegetarian, with 217kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.1g protein and 12.5g fat per serving. 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
Not AllowedWith 97kcal calories per 100g, Sea Bass earns a Not Allowed classification on Vegetarian. This means it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. It also contains 18.4g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Lobster and Mussels for calories, ranking 12 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Shrimp
Not AllowedShrimp is classified as Not Allowed on Vegetarian, with 426kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.1g protein and 17.9g fat per serving. 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
Not AllowedWith 117kcal calories per 100g, Smoked Salmon earns a Not Allowed classification on Vegetarian. This means it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. It also contains 18.3g protein and 672mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Mussels and Swordfish for calories, ranking 14 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sushi
Not AllowedSushi is classified as Not Allowed on Vegetarian, with 94kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 428mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Halibut and Catfish for calories, ranking 8 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Swordfish
Not AllowedWith 121kcal calories per 100g, Swordfish earns a Not Allowed classification on Vegetarian. This means it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. It also contains 19.7g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. 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
Not AllowedWith 96kcal calories per 100g, Tilapia earns a Not Allowed classification on Vegetarian. This means it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. 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
Not AllowedAt 148kcal calories per 100g, Trout falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 20.8g protein and 6.6g fat per serving. 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
Not AllowedAt 206kcal calories per 100g, Tuna falls into the Not Allowed category under Vegetarian guidelines. The classification reflects that it is meat, poultry, or seafood — categories vegetarian eating excludes. Nutritionally, it also delivers 15.3g protein and 14.9g fat per serving. 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 |