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Canned tuna in olive oil, high protein, healthy fats
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 can (medium) of Fide brand tuna in olive oil (120 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 28.8 g of protein, 16.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 72 µg of Selenium covers 131% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 can (medium) · 120 g
264
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
28.8g
· 58% 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 0% · Protein 43% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.8 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 2.64 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 384 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% |
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) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 40 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 can (small) | 80 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 can (large) | 160 g | 352 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Yes, Fide brand tuna in olive oil is cooked during canning and is ready to eat. Add it straight to a salad, sandwich, or pasta; you do not need to cook it first.
No, draining it is optional. Drain the tuna if you want a lighter dish, or keep some of the olive oil to add flavor and moisture to pasta, salads, or sandwiches.
Transfer any leftovers from the can to a covered container, refrigerate them promptly, and eat them soon. Discard the tuna if it develops an unusual smell, appearance, or texture.
Use Fide brand tuna in olive oil in tuna salad, sandwiches, pasta, rice bowls, or stuffed vegetables. Taste the dish before adding salt, since the tuna can already season the other ingredients.
Yes, you can heat it, but prolonged cooking may make the tuna dry. Stir it into warm pasta or a cooked dish near the end of cooking to preserve its texture.
Keep the unopened can in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and follow its date marking. Do not eat tuna from a can that is swollen, leaking, or badly damaged.
Yes, the olive oil can be eaten and used in cooking. Mix it into a salad dressing or pasta, or drain it if you prefer; discard it if its smell or taste seems unusual.
Fide brand tuna in olive oil generally has a richer taste and softer, moister texture than water-packed tuna. Water-packed tuna has a plainer taste, so it may suit recipes where you want other flavors to stand out.
Drain the tuna and combine it with lemon juice, herbs, or onion to soften its fishy aroma. If the smell is sharply sour or otherwise unusual, do not taste or eat it.
Tuna can be eaten during pregnancy, but its mercury content makes the type of tuna and how often you eat it important. If the species is not stated, follow local pregnancy fish guidance and ask a healthcare professional if needed.
Vitamins
B12
2.64µg · 110% DV
B3
9mg · 56% DV
B6
0.6mg · 35% DV
Vitamin E
3.36mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
72µg · 131% DV
Iodine
48µg · 32% DV
Phosphorus
216mg · 31% DV
Sodium
384mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
264mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 264 calories in 1 can (medium) (120 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.
Fide brand tuna in olive oil is canned tuna packed with olive oil, ready to eat straight from the tin. The fish has a tender, flaky texture and a savoury taste, with the oil adding richness. It needs no cooking, so it works well for quick lunches and simple meals.
Across the Mediterranean and in kitchens worldwide, people add it to salads, sandwiches, pasta or grain bowls, often with lemon, herbs and crisp vegetables. It is a protein-rich choice, providing 24 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, drain some of the oil and serve the tuna with plenty of greens or vegetables.
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
9.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.