Smoked Salmon
A refined, light food that combines omega-3 fats with pure marine protein and no starch at all (the glycemic index does not apply), making it ideal for a healthy breakfast or dinner.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Excellent for a royal breakfast; wrap it around cucumber slices or place it on a boiled egg with a sprinkle of dill and lemon, for a filling meal that leaves insulin untouched.
Best preparation methods
Watch its salt content from the smoking process, drink enough water with it, and avoid adding extra salt to the meal.
Important Nutritional Note
This food does not need a glycemic index, but the foods eaten with it determine the meal’s effect on blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (50 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 117 kcal | 58.5 kcal |
| Protein | 18.3 g | 9.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 4.3 g | 2.1 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It provides 15.6 g of protein per 100 kcal, ranking 8 of 19 in Meat, fish & eggs (highest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Smoked Salmon good for weight loss?
It can be a useful part of a weight-loss plan because it provides 15.6 g of protein per 100 kcal, and protein supports fullness. A 50 g portion gives 58 kcal.
How does Smoked Salmon affect blood sugar?
Smoked Salmon contains virtually no available carbohydrate, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Smoked Salmon?
A typical 50 g portion of Smoked Salmon provides about 58 kcal, 9.2 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate, 2.1 g fat and 0 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.