Cuttlefish, raw

Cuttlefish is a marine mollusc related to squid and octopus. These figures describe raw cuttlefish, which mainly provides protein, along with several vitamins and minerals. Per 100g, it contains 16g of protein, 0.7g of fat, 0.93g of salt and 2µg of vitamin B12.

Protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues, while vitamin B12 helps maintain normal nerve function and red blood cell formation. Although cuttlefish contains little fat, its salt content is worth noting for people monitoring salt intake. Cooking methods and added ingredients can change its fat, salt and energy content. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.