Softshell clams, also called steamers, longnecks or geoducks, are a type of bivalve shellfish with fragile shells found along the Atlantic coast. The meat of these clams is high in calories from protein and low in carbohydrates and fat.
Calories
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a serving of 20 small softshell clams, cooked by steaming, contains a total of 281 calories. Proteins deliver 206 calories within that serving. Carbohydrates provide about 40 calories and fats offer 35 calories.
Total Caloric Intake
The same serving of steamed softshell clams can provide 14 percent of the total recommended daily intake of calories for the average person. This percentage is calculated on a standard diet of 2,000 calories per day.
Components
A serving of 20 small softshell clams weighs 190 g, on average, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Within that serving, approximately 49 g consist of protein, 10 g are carbohydrates, and for g are fats. The remaining portion contains indigestible matter, other nutrients and water.
Nutrients
Softshell clams also provide certain vitamins including vitamin A, vitamin C, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, pantothenic acid and particularly high amounts of vitamin B12. Softshell clams are also very high in iron and also provide other minerals including phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium and calcium.
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