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Protein-rich tuna pasta salad
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Tuna vermicelli salad (180 g) has 302 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.4 g of carbs, 18.4 g of protein, 13.7 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 2.3 µg of B12 covers 98% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
302
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
25.4g
· 9% DV
Protein
18.4g
· 37% DV
Fat
13.7g
· 18% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 25% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 302 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.7 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 576 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 30 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 36 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 151 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 140 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 300 g | 504 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Tuna vermicelli salad is made by mixing cooked, cooled vermicelli with drained tuna and a dressing. Add-ins such as sweetcorn, chopped herbs, diced cucumber, or celery add crunch; chill the salad briefly before serving so the flavors come together.
Tuna and vermicelli are the main ingredients in tuna vermicelli salad. Common additions include sweetcorn, peas, spring onions, cucumber, and fresh herbs, with mayonnaise, yogurt, or a lemon-and-oil dressing to bring everything together.
Yes, orzo works well in tuna vermicelli salad as a substitute for other small pasta shapes. Cook it until just tender, drain it thoroughly, and cool it before mixing so it does not become mushy or warm the tuna.
Yes, tuna vermicelli salad is usually served chilled or cool. Refrigerating it after mixing helps the dressing coat the pasta, but add delicate herbs or leafy ingredients close to serving so they stay fresh.
Yes, tuna vermicelli salad can be made ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. Pasta may absorb some dressing as it sits, so stir it before serving and add a little extra dressing if it seems dry.
Tuna vermicelli salad is best eaten within a few days when stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Do not leave it sitting out for an extended period, especially if it contains mayonnaise or yogurt.
No, freezing tuna vermicelli salad is not recommended. The cooked pasta can turn soft and watery after thawing, while mayonnaise- or yogurt-based dressings may separate; make only what you can refrigerate and eat fresh.
Usually, yes: drain canned tuna before adding it to tuna vermicelli salad to keep the dressing from becoming watery. If the tuna is packed in olive oil, you can reserve a little of that oil to flavor a simple vinaigrette.
A lemon-and-olive-oil dressing, mayonnaise, or a yogurt-based dressing can all work in tuna vermicelli salad. Choose a vinaigrette for a fresher, lighter taste or a creamy dressing when you want the pasta to feel richer.
Tuna vermicelli salad pairs well with a green salad, roasted vegetables, or a light soup. It can also be served as a packed lunch on its own; keep it chilled during transport, particularly when it has a creamy dressing.
Vitamins
B12
2.34µg · 98% DV
B3
8.28mg · 52% DV
Vitamin K
39.6µg · 33% DV
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Selenium
40µg · 73% DV
Phosphorus
238mg · 34% DV
Sodium
576mg · 25% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
324mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 302 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Tuna vermicelli salad combines cooked, cooled vermicelli with tuna, often alongside chopped vegetables, herbs or leafy greens. It is a flexible home-style salad rather than a dish with one fixed recipe; the dressing may be as simple as lemon and olive oil, or richer with mayonnaise or a creamy dressing.
Serve it chilled for a summer lunch, picnic or potluck, or as a side with grilled food. The tuna makes it a protein-containing pasta salad, while the noodles provide most of its starchy substance; a 100 g portion has 10.2 g of protein. For a lighter version, use a lemony dressing, add plenty of crisp vegetables and serve a moderate portion.
Medium
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.