Prawns, standard, purchased cooked

Prawns are shellfish, and these figures describe cold-water Atlantic prawns purchased cooked, either chilled or frozen. They mainly provide protein, with 15g per 100g, alongside 0.9g of fat and 1.5g of salt. They also supply vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B12 at 2.3µg per 100g.

Protein is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues. Vitamin B12 supports normal nerve function and the formation of red blood cells. Although these cooked prawns contain little fat, their salt content is worth noting for people monitoring salt intake. Prawns are crustaceans and are not suitable for people with a crustacean allergy. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.