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High in protein, higher in fat due to mayonnaise, can be sodium-rich
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Canned tuna with mayonnaise has 230 calories. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 17.5 g of protein, 16.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.4 µg of B12 covers 100% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
230
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
1.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
17.5g
· 35% DV
Fat
16.8g
· 22% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 31% · Fat 66%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 230 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.8 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 520 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 35 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 69 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 75 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 80 g | 184 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 345 kcal |
| 1 can (small) | 160 g | 368 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 185 g | 426 kcal |
Calculated from 230 calories per 100 g.
Refrigerate it promptly in a clean, covered container and eat it within 1–2 days. Don’t leave the opened product sitting at room temperature, and avoid storing it in the opened can; transfer it to another container instead.
Yes, commercially prepared canned tuna with mayonnaise is usually ready to eat without heating. Serve it cold on crackers or bread, or add it to a salad. Follow any different preparation or storage directions printed on the package.
An unopened can can generally be stored in a cool, dry cupboard if the package identifies it as shelf-stable. Refrigerate it after opening, and follow the package instructions if they require refrigeration before opening.
You can freeze it, but the mayonnaise may separate as it thaws and the tuna can become less pleasant in texture. If you do freeze it, use an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and don’t refreeze it.
It can be eaten during pregnancy, but mercury levels vary with the tuna species, and the mayonnaise should be made with pasteurized eggs. If the species or product details are unclear, ask your healthcare professional how it fits your pregnancy guidance.
It is usually ready to eat cold, so heating is unnecessary. Heat can make the mayonnaise separate and turn oily; for a warm dish such as pasta, stir the tuna in after taking the dish off the heat.
Discard it if the unopened can is bulging, leaking, or spurts liquid when opened. Once opened, an unusual sour smell, visible mold, or a marked change in appearance are warning signs; don’t taste it to check.
Yes, it works well in pasta, especially when stirred through after cooking so the mayonnaise is less likely to split. Let the pasta cool slightly first, and keep leftovers refrigerated rather than leaving the dish out.
Not necessarily. Canned tuna with mayonnaise is typically tuna already mixed with mayonnaise, while tuna salad often includes extras such as celery, onion, or herbs. Recipes and packaged products vary, so the two names aren’t always interchangeable.
Yes. Mayonnaise does not remove the naturally occurring mercury in tuna, and the amount depends on the tuna species. Eating it occasionally is different from relying on tuna frequently; vary your seafood choices, especially for children and during pregnancy.
Vitamins
B12
2.4µg · 100% DV
B3
8.6mg · 54% DV
Vitamin K
38µg · 32% DV
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Selenium
42µg · 76% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Sodium
520mg · 23% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
220mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Canned tuna with mayonnaise is a ready-to-eat packaged product made from cooked tuna mixed with mayonnaise. It needs no further cooking once opened, and can be eaten on its own or added to a meal.
The tuna has a soft, flaky texture, while the mayonnaise makes the mixture creamy and richer in taste. It is commonly used in sandwiches and wraps, spooned over a salad, or served with crackers or toast for a quick lunch. It provides plenty of protein, but the mayonnaise contributes fat, and some versions can be salty. Pair it with crunchy vegetables or leafy greens for a fresher, lighter meal; refrigerate any portion left after opening.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.