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High protein, low carb, rich in selenium and B12
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Tuna with parsley has 132 calories. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 24.8 g of protein, 3.1 g of fat and 0.3 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: 100 g
132
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
24.8g
· 50% DV
Fat
3.1g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 2% · Protein 76% · Fat 22%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.1 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 310 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% |
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) | 100 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 15 g | 20 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (shredded) | 30 g | 40 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 75 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 85 g | 112 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 150 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 238 kcal |
Calculated from 132 calories per 100 g.
Drain the tuna, then fold in finely chopped parsley, lemon juice, black pepper and a little olive oil. Add diced red onion or capers if you want a sharper, briny flavor.
Tuna with parsley works well in a sandwich or wrap, spooned over leafy salad, or served with boiled potatoes. Tomatoes and cucumber make an easy, fresh side.
Canned tuna is the convenient choice for tuna with parsley because it flakes easily and can be mixed in cold. If using fresh tuna, cook it first and let it cool.
Drain canned tuna thoroughly and dry washed parsley before chopping it for tuna with parsley. Add lemon juice just before serving, since liquid released during storage can make the mixture watery.
Yes, you can prepare tuna with parsley ahead, but keep it covered in the refrigerator and add fresh parsley and lemon close to serving. This helps preserve the herbs' texture and flavor.
You can freeze tuna with parsley, but thawed parsley may become limp and release water. For better texture, freeze the drained tuna on its own and mix in fresh parsley after thawing.
Tuna with parsley is usually served cold, especially in salads, sandwiches and wraps. If adding it to a warm dish, heat the tuna briefly and stir in the parsley at the end.
Yes, mayonnaise can be mixed into tuna with parsley for a creamy sandwich filling. For a brighter, lighter-tasting version, use lemon juice and olive oil instead, or combine a little of each.
Yes, tuna with parsley contains mercury because tuna naturally accumulates it in its flesh; parsley does not remove it. Mercury levels vary by tuna species, so follow local seafood guidance, especially for children.
Yes, tuna with parsley makes a quick pasta topping. Toss it with cooked pasta, olive oil and lemon, adding the parsley after the pasta is off the heat so the herb stays fresh.
Vitamins
B12
2.6µg · 108% DV
Vitamin K
120µg · 100% DV
B3
10.4mg · 65% DV
B6
0.78mg · 46% DV
Minerals
Selenium
68µg · 124% DV
Phosphorus
245mg · 35% DV
Sodium
310mg · 13% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
290mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Tuna with parsley combines tuna with chopped parsley, often with simple additions such as lemon, seasoning or a little oil. It is an easy dish to assemble rather than a preparation tied to one particular region, and the exact texture depends on whether the tuna is flaked or left in larger pieces.
It works well in salads, sandwiches or on toast, and can be served as a quick lunch alongside vegetables or greens. Parsley brings a fresh, herbal note to tuna’s savoury, substantial taste. The dish is high in protein and low in carbohydrate; a 100 g portion provides 24.8 g of protein. For a lighter version, use just enough oil to dress it and let lemon, herbs and crisp vegetables add freshness.
Very 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 2
Minimally 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
0.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.