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Wild Alaska Pink Salmon

Not your Grandparents’ canned salmon!

Today’s canned Alaska salmon has the same world-class flavor and superior texture as the wild Alaska salmon that is prized by chefs around the world…And you get all the same health benefits of fresh or frozen Alaska salmon.

Wild Alaska Canned Salmon Nutrition Information

Cooked, 3 oz./ 85 g | Source: USDA Standard Reference Release 28 | Rounded per FDA guidelines
Alaska Pink (traditional) Alaska Pink (skinless, boneless) Alaska Pink (no salt, contains liquid)
Calories 120 120 120
Protein (g) 17 21 17
Fat (g) 6 4 4
Saturated Fat (g) 1 1 1
Sodium (mg) 320 320 65
Cholesterol (mg) 70 70 45
Omega-3s DHA+EPA (mg) 916 812 1403
Vitamin B12 (mcg) 4.2 4.2 3.7
Vitamin A (mcg) 20 20 10
Vitamin D (mcg) 12.3 14.1 N/A
Selenium (mcg) 34 34 28
Potassium (mcg) 280 280 280
Iron (mg) 0.7 0.5 0.7
Calcium (mg) 240 50 180
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Canned Pink Salmon is Super Nutritious

Canned salmon is packed with high quality protein, heart-healthy omega-3s, vitamins and other nutrients necessary for optimum health. The USDA/DHHS Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2020-2025) recommend at least 2 weekly servings of healthy seafood starting at 6 months, including during pregnancy and post partum mothers. Salmon promotes brain and vision development and protects heart and health throughout life.

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Alaska Fisheries are responsibly managed

All wild Alaska salmon are harvested under strict regulation by dedicated fishing families, ensuring the sustainability of this natural resource.  The Alaska Pink Salmon fishery is recognized as well-managed and sustainable under the Food & Agriculture responsible fishery management (RFM) certification.

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Pink Salmon Fact Sheet

Alaska pink salmon are available fresh from mid-June through September and frozen year-round and are harvested primarily by gillnetting and purse-seining.

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