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High-protein salad without dressing
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Undressed tuna and cheese salad (220 g) has 253 calories. That works out to 115 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.9 g of carbs, 31.2 g of protein, 11.4 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 3 µg of B12 covers 124% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
253
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
5.9g
· 2% DV
Protein
31.2g
· 62% DV
Fat
11.4g
· 15% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 50% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 253 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.4 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 5.39 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 693 mg | 30% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% |
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) | 220 g | 253 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 110 g | 127 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 165 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 180 g | 207 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 368 kcal |
Calculated from 115 calories per 100 g.
To make undressed tuna and cheese salad, combine drained tuna with cheese and fresh vegetables such as lettuce, tomato, and cucumber. Add the tuna shortly before serving and toss gently so it stays in flakes rather than breaking into a paste.
Cheddar, mozzarella, and feta all work in undressed tuna and cheese salad. Feta brings a salty, tangy flavor, while mozzarella is mild; use a sharper cheese sparingly so it does not overpower the tuna.
Yes, drain canned tuna before adding it to undressed tuna and cheese salad. Excess oil or water can make the vegetables soggy and mask the cheese’s flavor; flake the drained tuna with a fork just before mixing.
Lettuce, cucumber, and tomatoes are easy additions to undressed tuna and cheese salad. Red onion, olives, or sweetcorn also work, but taste the salad before adding salt because both tuna and cheese can already be salty.
Yes, undressed tuna and cheese salad can be flavorful without dressing because the tuna and cheese bring their own savory, salty notes. For freshness, squeeze lemon over it just before eating rather than ahead of time, which can make the vegetables release liquid.
Yes, undressed tuna and cheese salad can make a satisfying lunch because it combines tuna and cheese with vegetables. Add whole-grain bread or a baked potato if you want a more substantial meal.
Undressed tuna and cheese salad is best eaten within a day when it contains leafy greens, since they quickly wilt and release water. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and discard them if they have been left out for too long.
Yes, you can meal prep undressed tuna and cheese salad by storing the tuna, cheese, and chopped vegetables separately in the refrigerator. Combine them shortly before serving to keep the greens crisp and prevent moisture from collecting at the bottom.
Serve undressed tuna and cheese salad with soup, whole-grain bread, or roasted potatoes for a fuller meal. If you want to keep the plate lighter, pair it with a simple vegetable soup instead.
Yes, tuna and cheese can be eaten together in undressed tuna and cheese salad; there is no established food-safety reason to avoid the combination. Choose a less salty cheese if you want the tuna’s flavor to stand out.
Vitamins
B12
2.97µg · 124% DV
B3
10.56mg · 66% DV
Vitamin K
41.8µg · 35% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
Minerals
Selenium
59µg · 107% DV
Phosphorus
451mg · 64% DV
Calcium
319mg · 32% DV
Sodium
693mg · 30% DV
Potassium ⭐
462mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 253 calories in 1 serving (medium) (220 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.
Undressed tuna and cheese salad brings tuna together with cheese and usually fresh salad vegetables, without a dressing. It is a flexible combination rather than a dish tied to one particular place, so the kind of cheese and vegetables can vary with the cook and what is on hand.
The tuna’s savoury flavour pairs with the creamy or firm texture of the cheese, while fresh vegetables add crunch. It works as a light lunch or simple supper; serve it with bread, or add it to a spread of other salads. It is high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates. For a fresher, lighter bowl, use plenty of leafy vegetables and keep the cheese portion modest.
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
5.39g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.41g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.