Clam Chowder Nutrition Facts

See calories in a cup of clam chowder and per 100g. Protein, carbs, and fat for New England-style chowder in a meal plan.

Nutrition Facts & Macros

Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 81
Calories from Fat 32
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.5g4%
Total Carbohydrate 9g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g3%
Sugars 2g4%
Protein 3.5g7%
Sodium 350mg15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories per gram: Fat 9 · Carbohydrate 4 · Protein 4

Macronutrient Profile

Protein 3.5g
Carbs 9g
Fat 3.5g

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

100 g
81 kcal 3.5g protein 9g carbs 3.5g fat
1 cup (248 g)
201 kcal 8.7g protein 22.3g carbs 8.7g fat
Bowl (350 g)
284 kcal 12.3g protein 31.5g carbs 12.3g fat
Canned cup prepared (245 g)
198 kcal 8.6g protein 22.1g carbs 8.6g fat

Clam Chowder FAQ

Is clam chowder good for weight loss?

A cup of typical New England clam chowder is about 201 calories — a modest soup if it is not cream-heavy restaurant chowder. Restaurant bowls with extra cream, bacon, and oyster crackers can be 400–600 calories.

Is clam chowder high in protein?

No for a main. About 3.5 g of protein per 100 g, or ~9 g per cup. Pair with a salad or extra clams/fish if you want more protein.

How many calories are in a cup of clam chowder?

A cup of typical New England-style clam chowder (about 248 g) has about 201 calories, 9 g of protein, 22 g of carbs, and 9 g of fat. Per 100 g that is about 81 calories. Creamy restaurant bowls run higher.

Is clam chowder high in calories?

A cup is moderate. Bread bowls, bacon, cream, and crackers are what make it a heavy meal. Manhattan (tomato) chowder is usually lower.

How much protein is in clam chowder?

About 9 g per cup. It is not a high-protein soup compared with chili or lentil soup.

Is clam chowder healthy?

It can be a reasonable lunch in a cup portion. Watch sodium (often 800+ mg per restaurant cup) and skip the bread bowl if you are cutting calories.

Canned vs restaurant clam chowder?

Canned New England prepared with water is close to these figures. Restaurant cream chowder is often 250–400 calories per cup. Check the chain’s nutrition PDF when you can.

Best Diets for Clam Chowder

Meal Ideas with Clam Chowder

Cup not bread bowl A cup is about 201 calories. A bread bowl can double that.
Skip oyster crackers A handful of crackers adds 50–80 calories of refined starch.
Manhattan vs New England Tomato-based Manhattan chowder is usually lighter than cream New England.
Homemade lighter pot Use milk instead of cream and extra clams to keep a cup closer to 150 calories.

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