Gambas Al Ajillo
Garlic shrimp is a flavorful and light dish providing moderate protein with low carbohydrates. It is a good source of vitamin B12 and contains notable amounts of vitamins A and E, which support skin health and the immune system. Minerals like phosphorus and potassium contribute to muscle and bone health. The moderate level of saturated fats and cholesterol makes it a tasty yet balanced meal option.
Macronutrient distribution
A Serving (220 g) of Gambas Al Ajillo contains 246 calories, 8 g of protein, 4 g of carbohydrates, and 22 g of fat.
- Protein
- 8 g13%
- Carbs
- 4 g7%
- Fat
- 22 g80%
of calories
Calorie Burn
How long would it take to burn off 246 calories?
- Walking3.5 mph, moderate pace44 min
- YogaModerate effort, gentle pace62 min
- SwimmingFreestyle, moderate effort32 min
- Biking12–14 mph, moderate effort23 min
- StairsStair climbing, moderate pace31 min
- Running5 mph (12 min/mile)23 min
Estimates for an average adult male (~75 kg / 165 lb), based on activity MET values. Download Leana to calculate calorie burn based on your personal profile.
Nutritional composition
Complete nutrition facts: macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals).
Values per Serving (220 g)
Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates4 / 313 g(1%)
- Dietary Fiber0.8 / 38 g(2%)
- Soluble Fiber0.4 g
- Insoluble Fiber0.4 g
- Total Sugars1 g
- Other Carbohydrates2.2 g
Fats
- Total Fat22 / 83 g(27%)
- Saturated Fat2.9 / 25 g(12%)
- Monounsaturated Fat16 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat3.1 g
- Cholesterol160 / 300 mg(53%)
- Omega-30.4 g
- Omega-63 g
- Omega-916 g
- Oleic Acid16 g
- Lauric Acid0.1 g
- Stearic Acid0.6 g
- Linoleic Acid3 g
- Myristic Acid0.2 g
- Palmitic Acid2 g
- Arachidonic Acid0.05 g
- Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.1 g
- Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)0.15 g
- Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0.01 g
- Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0.15 g
Protein
- Protein8 / 56 g(14%)
Amino Acids
- Lysine0.7 g
- Serine0.4 g
- Valine0.4 g
- Alanine0.45 g
- Cystine0.1 g
- Cysteine0.1 g
- Proline0.4 g
- Taurine100 mg
- Arginine0.5 g
- Histidine0.2 g
- Threonine0.4 g
- Isoleucine0.4 g
- Methionine0.2 g
- Tryptophan0.1 g
- Glutamic Acid1.1 g
- Aspartic Acid0.8 g
- Phenylalanine0.3 g
- Glycine0.5 g
- Leucine0.7 g
- Tyrosine0.3 g
Vitamins
- Vitamin A200 / 900 ug(22%)
- Vitamin C4 / 90 mg(4%)
- Vitamin D1 / 15 ug(7%)
- Vitamin E2.5 / 15 mg(17%)
- Vitamin K15 / 120 ug(13%)
- Vitamin B60.1 / 1.3 mg(8%)
- Vitamin B122 / 2.4 ug(83%)
- Thiamin (B1)0.1 / 1.2 mg(8%)
- Riboflavin (B2)0.15 / 1.3 mg(12%)
- Niacin (B3)2.5 / 16 mg(16%)
- Folate8 / 400 ug(2%)
- Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.3 / 5 mg(6%)
- Biotin4 / 30 ug(13%)
- Choline55 / 550 mg(10%)
Minerals
- Calcium30 / 1,000 mg(3%)
- Iron1.2 / 8 mg(15%)
- Magnesium20 / 420 mg(5%)
- Phosphorus150 / 700 mg(21%)
- Potassium270 / 3,400 mg(8%)
- Sodium300 / 2,300 mg(13%)
- Zinc1 / 11 mg(9%)
- Copper0.1 / 0.9 mg(11%)
- Manganese0.1 / 2.3 mg(4%)
- Selenium40 / 55 ug(73%)
- Iodine50 / 150 ug(33%)
- Chromium2 / 35 ug(6%)
- Molybdenum4 / 45 ug(9%)
- Chloride450 / 2,300 mg(20%)
Other
- Water186 / 3,700 g(5%)

