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Blue Crab

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A type of crab with a hard, greenish-colored shell and blue legs that comes from the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States and is prized for its delicious white meat.

USDA Nutrition Facts

Crustaceans, crab, blue, crab cakes (USDA#15142)

Serving Size 1 cake
Calories 155
Protein 20g
Total Fat 7g
Total Carbohydrates 0g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Potassium 324mg
Sodium 330mg
Cholesterol 150mg

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