Raw MusselVSCooked Mussel

Comparing different preparation states of Mussel

Raw Mussel

Complete

Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.

Finfish and Shellfish Products• USDA #174216

Protein11.9g

Cals

Fat

2.2g

Carbs

3.7g

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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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Key Differences

Protein Gap

11.9g

100% difference

Calorie Gap

100% difference

Fat Gap

2.2g

Carb Gap

3.7g

Category Winners

💪

Most Protein

Per 100g serving

Cooked Mussel

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Lowest Calories

For weight loss

Raw Mussel

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Best Efficiency

Protein per calorie

Raw Mussel

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