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Rich in omega-3, high protein, convenient canned fish
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 can (medium) of Dardanel Sardines Canned (115 g) has 213 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 25.9 g of protein, 12.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 10.2 µg of B12 covers 426% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 can (medium) · 115 g
213
KCAL / 115G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
25.9g
· 52% DV
Fat
12.1g
· 16% 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 0% · Protein 49% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 213 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.1 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.64 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 437 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 25.9 g | 52% |
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 can (medium) | 115 g | 213 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 46 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 50 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 can (small) | 80 g | 148 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 can (large) | 160 g | 296 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Yes, Dardanel canned sardines are ready to eat straight from the tin. Add them to toast, a sandwich, or a salad, or serve them with lemon; no cooking is needed.
Yes, the bones in Dardanel canned sardines are usually soft enough to eat because of the canning process. If you dislike their texture, you can remove them before serving.
Yes, Dardanel canned sardines are cooked and ready to eat. You can warm them in a dish, but add them near the end of cooking so the fish does not break apart.
Transfer leftover Dardanel canned sardines to a covered container and refrigerate them promptly. For best quality and safety, eat them within a day or two rather than leaving them at room temperature.
Dardanel canned sardines still provide protein and omega-3 fats, much like fresh sardines. Canning changes texture and may add salt, so the products can differ in sodium and taste.
No, rinsing Dardanel canned sardines is not necessary. A brief rinse may remove some surface salt or packing liquid, but it can also wash away flavour and make the fish more fragile.
Dardanel canned sardines pair well with bread, crisp vegetables, lemon, and herbs. For a fuller meal, add them to a salad or pasta; their savoury flavour also works with simple grain dishes.
Yes, properly stored Dardanel canned sardines can be eaten during pregnancy; sardines are a low-mercury fish. If you have a medical reason to limit salt or follow specific pregnancy food advice, ask your healthcare professional.
No, unopened Dardanel canned sardines can be kept in a cool, dry cupboard. Refrigerate the fish after opening, and do not use a can that is swollen, leaking, or badly damaged.
No, sardines are generally a low-mercury fish, so Dardanel canned sardines are not considered a high-mercury choice. They can be included among the fish options people choose to limit mercury exposure.
Vitamins
B12
10.24µg · 427% DV
B3
6.32mg · 40% DV
Vitamin D
7.82µg · 39% DV
B2
0.46mg · 35% DV
Minerals
Selenium
60µg · 109% DV
Phosphorus
391mg · 56% DV
Calcium
368mg · 37% DV
Iodine
46µg · 31% DV
Sodium
437mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
391mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 213 calories in 1 can (medium) (115 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Dardanel canned sardines are sardines cooked and preserved in a can, making them a convenient way to keep fish on hand. They have a savoury, distinctly fishy flavour and tender flesh; the small bones are generally soft enough to eat. In Turkey, they’re often served with bread as a quick meal, or alongside salad and other meze. Lemon, tomato, onion and parsley work well with their rich, salty taste.
They provide protein and omega-3 fats, with no carbohydrates; each 100 g contains 22.5 g of protein. For a lighter plate, drain the can and serve the sardines with plenty of greens and lemon. They also make an easy topping for toast or a filling addition to a simple salad.
Very high
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.37g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.11g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.