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Rich in omega-3, high protein, preserved in oil
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 can (medium) of Dardanel Tuna in Oil (80 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 17.6 g of protein, 11.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of B12 covers 83% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 can (medium) · 80 g
168
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
17.6g
· 35% DV
Fat
11.2g
· 14% 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 41% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.2 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 280 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 17.6 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 can (medium) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 40 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 can (small) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 can (large) | 160 g | 336 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 200 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 can (extra large) | 240 g | 504 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
No, you do not have to drain it; the oil is edible. Drain some or all of it if you want a less oily dish, or keep a little to add flavor to pasta, sandwiches, or salads.
Yes, it is ready to eat straight from the can because canned tuna is already cooked. Add it to a salad or sandwich, or eat it on its own; no reheating is needed for safety.
After opening, transfer the tuna from the can to a covered food container and refrigerate it. Eat it promptly, following any storage directions on the package; do not leave the opened can at room temperature.
You can use Dardanel Tuna in Oil in tuna salad, pasta, sandwiches, or a baked potato. Drain it for a less oily filling, or stir in a little of the canning oil to add flavor to pasta.
Yes, you can heat it in a cooked dish, but it does not need cooking before eating. Stir it into pasta or a sauce near the end and warm it briefly to avoid drying out the tuna.
Yes, you can freeze it after opening. Move the tuna out of the can into a freezer-safe airtight container, and expect some texture change after thawing; it is often better in a cooked dish than in a salad.
Yes, tuna can be eaten during pregnancy, but the amount and frequency matter because tuna contains mercury and levels vary by species. Follow local pregnancy guidance for tuna and ask your healthcare professional if you need advice for your situation.
Yes. The oil-packed tuna has a richer, softer taste, while tuna packed in water tastes lighter. You can drain the oil-packed version before using it if you want a less oily result.
Yes, the canning oil is edible and can add flavor to pasta, dressings, or a tuna sandwich filling. Use only as much as you want; if the dish already seems oily, drain the tuna instead.
Yes, it can be eaten cold straight from the can or chilled and added to a salad. Since it is already cooked, cold serving is fine; refrigerate leftovers promptly rather than leaving them out.
Vitamins
B12
2µg · 83% DV
B3
6.8mg · 43% DV
B6
0.56mg · 33% DV
Vitamin D
2.4µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
40µg · 73% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Iodine
28µg · 19% DV
Sodium
280mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 168 calories in 1 can (medium) (80 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 Tuna in Oil is cooked tuna packed in oil, ready to eat straight from the can or add to a quick meal. Its soft, flaky pieces have a savoury taste, with the oil adding richness.
It works well in salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes and simple lunches; in Turkey, tuna is often used this way at home, too. The fish is high in protein, with 22 g per 100 g, and contains no carbohydrates. Drain some or all of the oil if you prefer a lighter result, or keep a little to dress a salad or toss through pasta.
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
2g
MONOUNSATURATED
6g
POLYUNSATURATED
2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.