Branded Food · SPAM

Spam Lite Meat, Lite

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2671561, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

196
Caloriesmoderate density
16.1g
Proteinhigh · 32% DV
1.8g
Carbslow · 1% DV
14.3g
Fatgood source · 18% DV
196 calories per 100g

Spam Lite Meat, Lite contains 196 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 16.1g of protein, 14.3g of fat, and 1.8g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the Branded Food database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 63% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Spam Lite Meat, Lite is protein-dense for its calories, with 16.1g of protein per 100g.

16.1g
protein per 100g
Top 37%
protein vs USDA whole foods
196
calories per 100g

Percentile computed against the 7,880 USDA SR Legacy and Foundation whole foods with a protein value, not branded or processed items.

FDA labeling rules →

Spam Lite Meat, Lite by SPAM contains 196 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 16.1g of protein, 14.3g of fat, and 1.8g of carbohydrates per 100g. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are normalized to a 100g serving per the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

💪 High Protein 🥩 Low Carb High Sodium

Where this data comes from

USDA FoodData Central is the United States government's authoritative reference for food composition, maintained by the Agricultural Research Service and updated as new laboratory analyses and manufacturer submissions are processed. Spam Lite Meat, Lite is catalogued there as FDC ID 2671561, a branded food entry from SPAM. Every figure on this page comes from USDA laboratory analysis under the FDC Branded Food program, standardized to 100 g so it can be compared fairly against any other food in the database. Values are shown on the USDA per-100 g basis.

By the per-100g standardization, Spam Lite Meat, Lite reads as high protein, low carb, high sodium within common dietary frameworks. Check the full breakdown above for vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

Nutritional Value at a Glance

Spam Lite Meat, Lite is a high-protein food (by FDA per-100g convention), making it suitable for muscle building and recovery diets.

Note: at 1036mg per 100g (45% of the 2,300mg daily limit), this food is relatively high in sodium. Those monitoring salt intake should factor this in.

Allergen indicators

No FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicator was detected in the product name and brand text scan (milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame). Absence-of-flag does NOT mean allergen-free. The USDA FoodData Central release does not always include a full ingredient list, always verify with the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the physical package before consumption.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 196 % Daily Value* Total Fat 14g 18% Saturated Fat 5g 27% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 71mg 24% Sodium 1036mg 45% Total Carbohydrate 2g 1% Dietary Fiber 0g 0% Total Sugars 0g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 16g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 0mg 0% Iron 1mg 4% Potassium 0mg 0% * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Values per 100g

Macro Breakdown

196
Calories per 100g

196 kcal = 10% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%10of 2,000 kcal
196 kcal = 10% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 16.1gF: 14.3gC: 1.8g
16.1g
Protein
32% DV
14.3g
Total Fat
18% DV
1.8g
Carbs
1% DV
1036mg
Sodium
45% DV

Values shown per 100g, the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Serving size for this entry is not declared in the USDA release.

Where Spam Lite Meat, Lite ranks on protein

Its 16.1g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food, the 7,880 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g - Spam Lite Meat, Lite vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

16 Top 37% higher than 63% of 7,880 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). Below this entry. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). Below this entry. 15–20: 783 USDA reference foods (10%). This entry sits in this band. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Above this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy & Foundation · July 2026

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Every nutrient USDA reports for this food, per 100 g, with each value's share of the FDA Daily Value shown as a bar.

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 1.8 G
1%
Energy 196 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 0.00 G
0%
Protein 16.1 G
32%
Total Sugars 0.00 G
Total lipid (fat) 14.3 G
18%

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 32 MG

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 0 MG
0%
Iron, Fe 1 MG
4%
Sodium, Na 1036 MG
45%
Vitamin A, RAE 0.0 UG

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 71 MG
24%
Fatty acids, total saturated 5.4 G
27%
Fatty acids, total trans 0.00 G

Key takeaways

  • Spam Lite Meat, Lite delivers 16.1g of protein per 100g, more than 63% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 196 calories per 100g.
  • Based on its per-100g profile, it fits high protein, low carb, high sodium patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Spam Lite Meat, Lite? ▼
Spam Lite Meat, Lite contains 196 calories per 100g. It has 16.1g of protein, 14.3g of fat, and 1.8g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Spam Lite Meat, Lite? ▼
Per 100g, Spam Lite Meat, Lite has 16.1g protein (33% of calories), 14.3g fat, and 1.8g carbs.
How much sodium is in Spam Lite Meat, Lite? ▼
Spam Lite Meat, Lite contains 1036mg of sodium per 100g, which is 45% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Spam Lite Meat, Lite keto-friendly? ▼
With only 1.8g of carbs per 100g, Spam Lite Meat, Lite can fit into a ketogenic diet. Carbs provide 4% of its total calories.
Is Spam Lite Meat, Lite good for a diet? ▼
Spam Lite Meat, Lite has 196 calories per 100g. With 16.1g of protein, it can help with satiety. Fat content: 14.3g.
How does Spam Lite Meat, Lite compare to other foods? ▼
Spam Lite Meat, Lite provides 196 calories and 16.1g protein per 100g. That is 12 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the same category.

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Primary source data

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USDA FoodData Central
Federal nutrient database, every nutrient figure here
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FDA Food Labeling & Nutrition
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NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
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📣
FDA Food Recalls
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans
USDA + HHS joint nutrition guidance

Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central, April 2026 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2671561) — Branded Food database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and should not replace professional dietary advice. Nutrient content may vary by brand, preparation method, and seasonal factors.

All federal data sources used on this page

Every figure on GetFoodFacts is rendered directly from official USDA FoodData Central records, no number is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.