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Vitello tonnato Calories
Italian veal dish with tuna-mayonnaise sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Vitello tonnato (150 g) has 288 calories. That works out to 192 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.2 g of carbs, 27.6 g of protein, 18.2 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of B12 covers 119% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Vitello tonnato Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
288
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
3.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
27.6g
· 55% DV
Fat
18.2g
· 23% 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 4% · Protein 38% · Fat 58%
Vitello tonnato nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 288 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.2 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 3.45 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 615 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Vitello tonnato?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 173 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 192 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 120 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 422 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 461 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 576 kcal |
Calculated from 192 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vitello tonnato
What is vitello tonnato?
Vitello tonnato is a chilled Italian dish of thinly sliced cooked veal covered with a creamy tuna sauce, often made with capers and mayonnaise or egg yolk. It is usually served as an antipasto, rather than as a hot main course.
Where does vitello tonnato come from?
Vitello tonnato comes from Piedmont in northwestern Italy. Its name means roughly “tuna-style veal,” describing the unusual pairing of tender veal with a tuna-based sauce that is served cold.
What does vitello tonnato taste like?
Vitello tonnato tastes creamy, savory, and gently tangy. The mild veal is balanced by tuna, salty capers and anchovies, and often lemon; the sauce should complement the meat rather than overwhelm it.
Is vitello tonnato served hot or cold?
Vitello tonnato is served cold. The veal is cooked, cooled, sliced thinly, and paired with chilled tuna sauce; serving it cold is part of the dish, not just a way to use leftovers.
What is in vitello tonnato sauce?
Vitello tonnato sauce typically combines tuna, capers, anchovies, lemon, and mayonnaise or egg yolk blended with oil. Recipes vary, but the tuna and sharp, salty ingredients give the sauce its characteristic flavor.
What cut of veal is best for vitello tonnato?
A lean, boneless veal roast is best for vitello tonnato, commonly a cut from the leg such as eye of round or top round. Cook it gently, then chill it thoroughly so it can be sliced thinly without crumbling.
Can you make vitello tonnato without tuna?
Yes, you can serve cold veal with a different sauce, but it will no longer have the defining tuna flavor of vitello tonnato. If the issue is an overly fishy taste, use less tuna and balance the sauce with lemon and capers.
What do you serve with vitello tonnato?
Serve vitello tonnato as an antipasto with a green salad, arugula, crusty bread, or simply lemon and capers. Its creamy sauce is rich, so crisp vegetables or lightly dressed greens make especially good accompaniments.
Can you make vitello tonnato ahead of time?
Yes, vitello tonnato is well suited to advance preparation because it is served chilled. Cook and cool the veal and prepare the sauce ahead, keeping them covered in the refrigerator; slice and assemble the dish close to serving for the neatest presentation.
How long do vitello tonnato leftovers last?
Keep leftover vitello tonnato covered in the refrigerator and eat it promptly; do not leave it sitting at room temperature. Because it combines cooked meat with a creamy sauce, discard it if it has been warm for a prolonged period or shows signs of spoilage.
Vitello tonnato Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
2.85µg · 119% DV
B3
8.1mg · 51% DV
Vitamin K
36µg · 30% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
Minerals
Selenium
36µg · 65% DV
Phosphorus
278mg · 40% DV
Zinc
3.6mg · 33% DV
Sodium
615mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
383mg · 11% DV
Vitello tonnato Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Vitello tonnato
To burn the 288 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Vitello tonnato?
Vitello tonnato is a Piedmontese Italian dish of tender, thinly sliced cooked veal served cold beneath a smooth sauce made with tuna and mayonnaise, often sharpened with capers. Its mild, delicate meat contrasts with the sauce’s savoury, tangy creaminess.
In Italy it is commonly served as an antipasto, especially at festive meals and in warmer weather. Elsewhere, it works well as a make-ahead starter or a light lunch with crusty bread and a crisp salad. It is protein-rich, though the mayonnaise-based sauce adds much of its fat; use a lighter hand with the sauce if you prefer a less rich plate.
How Nutritious Is Vitello tonnato?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Vitello tonnato 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 Vitello tonnato Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Vitello tonnato 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Vitello tonnato Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.45g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.5:1).
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