100 g of Canned mackerel, drained has 189 calories. It contains 0 g of carbs, 24.1 g of protein, 10.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 8.9 µg of B12 covers 371% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Canned mackerel, drained Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

189

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

· 0% DV

Protein

24.1g

· 48% DV

Fat

10.3g

· 13% DV

Fiber

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 51% · Fat 49%

Canned mackerel, drained Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

8.9µg · 371% DV

Vitamin D

13.8µg · 69% DV

8.7mg · 54% DV

0.44mg · 26% DV

Minerals

Selenium

44µg · 80% DV

Phosphorus

290mg · 41% DV

Calcium

241mg · 24% DV

Iodine

35µg · 23% DV

How Nutritious Is Canned mackerel, drained?

Nutrient density

Very high

84/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

51/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Canned mackerel, drained Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Canned mackerel, drained

To burn the 189 calories in 100 g:

🚶

47min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

19min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

26min

Cycling

🏊

22min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Canned mackerel, drained Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Canned mackerel, drained Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish yes

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Canned mackerel, drained Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Canned mackerel, drained Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.5g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.8g

POLYUNSATURATED

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Canned mackerel, drained

How many calories are in drained canned mackerel?

Drained canned mackerel has 189 calories per 100 g. It also provides 24.1 g of protein and 10.3 g of fat per 100 g.

Is canned mackerel suitable for a keto diet?

Yes. Drained canned mackerel contains 0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, making it compatible with keto diets. It is also suitable for ketovore, carnivore, paleo, and Mediterranean diets.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026