Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Low Animal Protein
Salmon contains animal protein (about 0g per 100g). The AUA recommends limiting non-dairy animal protein to 3 oz (palm-sized) per meal. Reference guide, not an official standard.
📏 Oxalate by Serving Size
| Serving | Weight | Oxalate | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 oz | 85 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 3 oz | 170 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 3 oz | 42 g | 0 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
🟢 See all Seafood rated Safe for kidney stones →
🔗 Related Foods
🟢 Safe alternatives (recommended)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salmon safe for kidney stones?
Yep, you're good. Salmon clocks in at 0 mg oxalate per 3 oz — way under the 25 mg cutoff. Eat it without the stress. Measured by Harvard, not guessed.
What's the oxalate content of Salmon?
The lab result: 0 mg per 3 oz (85g serving). That's 0 mg per 100g. Harvard's ion chromatography analysis, 2024. Not crowdsourced, not estimated.
Is Salmon low or high oxalate?
Definitely low. 0 mg oxalate per 3 oz. That's the green zone. No restrictions needed for this food.
What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Salmon?
Plenty of options. Scroll down to Related Foods — every 🟢 green item there is a lower-oxalate alternative to Salmon. Same food group, way less oxalate.
Does Salmon have a lot of animal protein?
Animal protein alert: Salmon contributes to your daily animal protein load. The connection to stones is real (higher uric acid, lower citrate). Moderation = ~3 oz per meal, not the whole plate.
How reliable is the data for Salmon?
The oxalate number for Salmon — 0 mg per serving — is from Harvard's 2024 lab analysis. That part is solid. The USDA nutrition data (sodium, protein, calcium) is still being matched — we'll update when it's available.