1 tablespoon (medium) of Tuna paste (20 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 2.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Tuna paste Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

180

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

· 1% DV

Protein

18g

· 36% DV

Fat

11g

· 14% DV

Fiber

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 4% · Protein 40% · Fat 56%

Tuna paste Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

2.5µg · 104% DV

7.2mg · 45% DV

0.5mg · 29% DV

0.7mg · 14% DV

Minerals

Selenium

30µg · 55% DV

Iodine

35µg · 23% DV

Phosphorus

160mg · 23% DV

Sodium

350mg · 15% DV

How Nutritious Is Tuna paste?

Nutrient density

High

65/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

49/ 100

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.

Tuna paste Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Tuna paste

To burn the 180 calories in 100 g:

🚶

45min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

18min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

24min

Cycling

🏊

21min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Tuna paste Processed?

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.

Does Tuna paste Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish yes

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Tuna paste Good For?

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

Tuna paste Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.5g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.3g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tuna paste

How many calories and how much protein are in tuna paste?

Per 100 g, tuna paste provides 180 calories and 18 g of protein. It also contains 11 g fat and 2 g carbs.

Is tuna paste keto-friendly, and what is its glycemic index?

Yes, tuna paste is compatible with a keto diet. Its glycemic index is 0, and it has 2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026