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High protein, Omega-3, Low carb, Canned tuna
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 can (medium) of Superfresh Tuna in Sunflower Oil, Drained (80 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 20.4 g of protein, 6.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 48 µg of Selenium covers 87% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 can (medium) · 80 g
144
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
20.4g
· 41% DV
Fat
6.4g
· 8% 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 59% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.4 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 280 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% |
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 | 144 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 can (small) | 56 g | 101 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 can (large) | 160 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Yes, it is a convenient protein-rich, low-carbohydrate food. For a more balanced meal, pair it with vegetables or whole grains rather than relying on canned tuna as your only source of nourishment.
Not usually: this product is sold as drained. If you prefer it less oily, let it sit in a sieve briefly before serving. Pressing it hard can make the tuna dry and crumbly.
The packing liquid is the main difference. Sunflower oil gives the tuna a richer, softer mouthfeel, while water-packed tuna tastes plainer. Choose based on the texture and flavor you want in a salad, sandwich, or cooked dish.
Yes, canned tuna is ready to eat and does not need cooking before serving. Add it to a salad, sandwich, or wrap as it is. Once opened, transfer leftovers to a covered container and refrigerate them.
Use it in pasta, a tuna salad, sandwiches, wraps, or a baked pasta dish. Because it is already drained, you can mix it straight into the recipe; lemon, mustard, or yogurt can complement its rich flavor.
Move leftovers from the can into a clean, covered container and keep them refrigerated. Use them promptly, and discard the tuna if it develops an unusual smell, color, or appearance.
Yes, but freezing may make the tuna drier or more crumbly after thawing. Put it in a sealed, freezer-safe container rather than freezing it in the opened can; thaw it in the refrigerator and use it in a cooked dish.
Keep the unopened can in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and follow the date printed on the package. Do not eat it if the can is swollen, leaking, badly dented, or rusty.
Canned tuna can be eaten during pregnancy, but tuna contains mercury and recommended amounts depend on the type and local guidance. Follow current pregnancy advice where you live, and ask your doctor or dietitian if you need individual guidance.
Yes, it works in hot dishes such as pasta or casseroles. Stir it in near the end of cooking rather than heating it for a long time, which can dry out the tuna and make it fall apart.
Vitamins
B12
1.76µg · 73% DV
B3
6mg · 38% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
B5
0.56mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
48µg · 87% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Iodine
24µg · 16% DV
Sodium
280mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
176mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 144 calories in 1 can (medium) (80 g):
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Superfresh tuna in sunflower oil, drained is cooked tuna packed in sunflower oil, with the oil removed before serving. It is ready to eat straight from the can, making it a handy pantry option when you need a quick meal. The flakes are tender and savoury, with a mild flavour that works well in salads, sandwiches, pasta or a simple tuna melt. Across many English-speaking kitchens, it is also an easy addition to lunch bowls with vegetables, grains or beans. It provides 25.5 g of protein per 100 g and contains no carbohydrates. Drain it thoroughly and pair it with fresh vegetables and lemon for a lighter meal.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
2g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.