Cooked MusselVSSteamed Scallop

Comparing Mussel with Scallop

Cooked Mussel

Complete

Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.

Finfish and Shellfish Products• USDA #174217

Top Protein

Protein23.8g

Cals

172

Fat

4.5g

Carbs

7.4g

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Steamed Scallop

Complete

Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.

Finfish and Shellfish Products• USDA #167742

Protein20.5g

Cals

111

Fat

0.8g

Carbs

5.4g

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Key Differences

Protein Gap

3.3g

-14% difference

Calorie Gap

-35% difference

Fat Gap

3.6g

Carb Gap

2.0g

Category Winners

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Most Protein

Per 100g serving

Cooked Mussel

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Lowest Calories

For weight loss

Steamed Scallop

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Best Efficiency

Protein per calorie

Steamed Scallop

Source: USDA FoodData Central • Data as of 2025-12-14