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Light tuna, canned in oil calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of light tuna, canned in oil contains 198 calories, with 29.1 g of protein, 0 g of carbohydrate and 8.2 g of fat. Most of its calories come from protein.
Where the calories come from
Protein 61% Carbs 0% Fat 39%
How light tuna, canned in oil compares
Per 100 g, against the closest fish & seafood in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light tuna, canned in oil | 198 kcal | 29.1 g | 0 g | 8.2 g |
| Fish roe, cooked | 204 kcal | 28.6 g | 1.9 g | 8.2 g |
| European anchovy, canned | 210 kcal | 28.9 g | 0 g | 9.7 g |
| Yellowtail, cooked | 187 kcal | 29.7 g | 0 g | 6.7 g |
| Mixed species trout, cooked | 190 kcal | 26.6 g | 0 g | 8.5 g |
Nutrition facts for light tuna, canned in oil
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal |
| Protein | 29.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g |
| Fat | 8.2 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g |
| Salt | 1 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in light tuna, canned in oil
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Selenium | 76 µg | 138% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.2 µg | 92% |
| Niacin (B3) | 12.4 mg | 78% |
| Vitamin K | 44 µg | 37% |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 µg | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 311 mg | 25% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.12 mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% |
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Calories in common light tuna, canned in oil servings
How many calories in a portion of light tuna, canned in oil — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 55.4 kcal | 8.1 g | 0 g | 2.3 g |
| 3 oz (85 g) | 168 kcal | 25 g | 0 g | 7 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 198 kcal | 29 g | 0 g | 8 g |
| 1 cup, solid or chunks (146 g) | 289 kcal | 42 g | 0 g | 12 g |
| 1 can (171 g) | 339 kcal | 50 g | 0 g | 14 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in light tuna, canned in oil?
Light tuna, canned in oil has 198 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in light tuna, canned in oil?
Light tuna, canned in oil contains 29.1 g of protein per 100 g.
Is light tuna, canned in oil low in carbs?
Yes by the numbers: Light tuna, canned in oil has 0 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. People following low-carb or keto approaches often include foods in this range — portion size and your own plan still decide.
Is light tuna, canned in oil a good source of protein?
Light tuna, canned in oil provides 29.1 g of protein per 100 g — about 61% of its calories come from protein.
Are these light tuna, canned in oil calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #173708 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
