Pink Salmon

Oncorhynchus gorbuscha
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
AlaskaWest Coast
Protected status
None
Also known as
Humpback salmonHumpyGorbuschHaddoHolia

Seafood Profile

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NOAA FishWatch
Taste
Pink salmon has a low oil content so it’s generally lean and mild-flavored.
Texture
Softer meat than most salmon with a small flake.
Color
Pink salmon’s meat is pale pink and lacks the orange tint of other salmon species.
Health benefits
Pink salmon is low in sodium and is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, niacin, vitamin B12, and selenium.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady