What are the main ingredients in Clam Chowder?

Typically clams, potatoes, onions, and cream.

Is Clam Chowder high in calories?

Moderately high, so portion control is advised.

Yes, by using low-fat milk instead of cream.

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A hearty soup made with clams, potatoes, and cream, popular in coastal regions.

Pro 100 g

90 kcal

1 cup

216 kcal

(240 g)

Protein	Kohlenhydrate	Fett
6 g / 100g	15 g / 100g	3 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 22% · Carbs 54% · Fat 24%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup (240 g, 216 kcal) is 11% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup takes about 53 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Clam Chowder is number 1 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 170 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Clam Chowder	90	6 g
Crunchy Vegetable Sushi	140	3 g
Savory Lentil Shepherd's Pie	150	9 g
Savory Veggie Sushi	150	3 g
Doro Wat (Ethiopian Chicken Stew)	200	25 g
Savory Okonomiyaki	210	8 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

Portion	Gramm	Kalorien
1 cup	240 g	216 kcal
100g	100 g	90 kcal

7/10

Moderate calorie content; enjoy in moderation as part of a meal.

What are the main ingredients in Clam Chowder?: Typically clams, potatoes, onions, and cream.
Is Clam Chowder high in calories?: Moderately high, so portion control is advised.
Can it be made healthier?: Yes, by using low-fat milk instead of cream.

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