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High-protein source of omega-3 and selenium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 can (small) of Tada Canned Tuna (85 g) has 99 calories. That works out to 116 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 21.7 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 68 µg of Selenium covers 124% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 can (small) · 85 g
99
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
21.7g
· 43% DV
Fat
0.7g
· 1% 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 93% · Fat 7%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 99 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.17 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 210 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 21.7 g | 43% |
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 (small) | 85 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (diced) | 15 g | 17 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (diced) | 30 g | 35 kcal |
| ½ can (half) | 40 g | 46 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 160 g | 186 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 170 g | 197 kcal |
| 2 can (double) | 320 g | 371 kcal |
Calculated from 116 calories per 100 g.
Yes, Tada Canned Tuna is a convenient source of protein and omega-3 fats. It can fit into meals such as salads and sandwiches, but vary it with other fish rather than relying on tuna as your only seafood choice.
It is better to rotate Tada Canned Tuna with other seafood than to eat tuna every day. Mercury levels vary by tuna species, so people who are pregnant or breastfeeding should ask their clinician about suitable choices and portions.
Yes, Tada Canned Tuna is cooked during canning and is ready to eat once the can is opened. Drain it if you prefer a drier texture, or mix some of its packing liquid into a salad or sandwich filling.
After opening, transfer Tada Canned Tuna to a covered, non-metal container and refrigerate it. Use it within 3–4 days, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
You do not have to drain Tada Canned Tuna. Drain it for a firmer, less wet filling; for pasta or a salad, retaining a little of the packing liquid can help coat the other ingredients.
Yes, you can freeze Tada Canned Tuna after opening, but move it out of the can and into an airtight freezer-safe container first. Its texture may soften after thawing, so it works best in cooked dishes.
No, Tada Canned Tuna does not need further cooking because it is cooked as part of the canning process. You can add it directly to a cold meal or stir it into a hot dish near the end to keep it from drying out.
Tada Canned Tuna is already cooked and has a softer, flakier texture, while fresh tuna is usually cooked separately and can be served in steaks or other cuts. They are not interchangeable in every recipe, especially when texture matters.
Tada Canned Tuna works well in sandwiches, pasta, salads, and tuna patties. For a quick sandwich filling, combine it with chopped celery or onion and a dressing; add it to hot pasta at the end so it does not become dry.
Use Tada Canned Tuna only if the can is intact and not swollen, leaking, or badly damaged. Do not taste the contents of a suspicious can; discard it, since harmful contamination may not change the food’s smell or appearance.
Vitamins
B12
2.13µg · 89% DV
B3
8.92mg · 56% DV
B6
0.34mg · 20% DV
Vitamin D
1.44µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
68µg · 124% DV
Phosphorus
187mg · 27% DV
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Iodine
13µg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
201mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 99 calories in 1 can (small) (85 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.
Tada Canned Tuna is a convenient canned tuna product that can be added to a meal without further cooking. It has a savoury, mildly fishy taste and a firm, flaky texture. Around the world, it is commonly stirred into salads and pasta, or used in sandwiches; lemon, leafy greens and beans make easy partners for it.
It is a protein-rich choice and provides omega-3 fats and selenium. For a more filling, balanced meal, serve it with vegetables or whole grains. If you are watching your salt intake, check the label before serving, as canned products can vary.
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
0.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.21g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.