Shrimp cocktail: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
A classic appetizer, shrimp cocktail features chilled, cooked shrimp typically served with a tangy, spicy cocktail sauce, often garnished with lemon. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 4 Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus chilling time for shrimp) Ingredients: - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked (steamed or boiled) - For Cocktail Sauce: - 1/2 cup ketchup - 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish (or more, to taste) - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice - 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional) - Salt to taste - Lemon wedges, for serving Instructions: 1. Ensure cooked shrimp are thoroughly chilled. If cooking fresh shrimp, steam or boil them until pink and opaque, then immediately plunge into an ice bath to stop cooking and chill quickly. 2. Prepare cocktail sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings to your preference. 3. Arrange chilled shrimp around the rim of a chilled serving glass or bowl, with the tails hooked over the edge. Place the cocktail sauce in the center. 4. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Per 100g reference serving, Shrimp cocktail provides 99 kcal of energy, 13.2g protein (55% of calories), 7.92g total carbohydrates (33% of calories, including 0.4g dietary fiber and 2.96g sugars), and 1.22g total fat (12% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Shrimp cocktail (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 2.9 mg | 3.2% DV |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.1 µg | 0.5% DV |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 0.89 µg | 37.1% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 53 µg | 5.9% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 1.52 mg | 10.1% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 1.4 µg | 1.2% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.021 mg | 1.8% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.025 mg | 1.9% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.81 mg | 11.3% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.157 mg | 9.2% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 18 µg | 4.5% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 18 µg | 4.5% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 18 µg | 4.5% DV |
| Choline | 79.4 mg | 14.4% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 49 µg | 5.4% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 53 µg | 1.5% DV |
| Alpha-Carotene | 2 µg | 0.2% DV |
| Lycopene | 1688 µg | 16.9% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Shrimp cocktail (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 0.41 mg | 2.3% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 58 mg | 4.5% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 25 mg | 6% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 184 mg | 3.9% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 1.01 mg | 9.2% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 28.6 µg | 52% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 239 mg | 19.1% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.2 mg | 22.2% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 502 mg | 21.8% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 0.066 g | 13.2% DV |
| Omega-3 EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) | 0.064 g | 12.8% DV |
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.006 g | 0.4% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 0.09 g | 0.6% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 0.172 g | 0.6% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 0.28 g | 1.4% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 0.247 g | 1.2% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 119 mg | 39.7% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Shrimp cocktail contains 99 calories (kcal), 13.2g of protein, 7.92g of carbohydrates (0.4g fiber, 2.96g total sugars), and 1.22g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Shrimp cocktail has an estimated food pH of 6.5 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 10.1 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Shrimp cocktail: Crustaceans. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 252+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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