Calories in Tuna
Tuna has 132 kcal per 100 g. 1 can, drained (112 g) has about 148 kcal.
A lean fish option with very high protein. Nutrition values below are estimates per 100g and can help you track calories and macros.
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| Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal |
| Protein | 28.0 g |
| Fat | 1.3 g |
| Carbs | 0.0 g |
| Fiber | 0.0 g |
| Sugar | 0.0 g |
Nutrition by grams
Typical portions
- Calories
- 132 kcal
- Protein
- 28.0 g
- Fat
- 1.3 g
- Carbs
- 0.0 g
Calories in typical portions
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 132 kcal | 28 g |
| 1 can, drained | 112 g | 148 kcal | 31.4 g |
| 1 serving | 100 g | 132 kcal | 28 g |
Tips for tracking tuna
- Tuna canned in water stays close to these values; tuna in oil, even drained, has roughly twice the calories.
- Mixing tuna with mayonnaise adds about 90 kcal per tablespoon; Greek yogurt gives a similar texture for a fraction of that.
How long it takes to burn 148 kcal (1 can, drained)
Walking
35 min
Cycling
18 min
Running
12 min
Rough estimates for a 70 kg adult at a steady pace.
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FAQ
- How many calories are in tuna?
- Tuna has about 132 calories per 100g.
- How many calories are in a typical portion of tuna?
- A typical portion (1 can, drained, 112 g) has about 148 kcal and 31.4 g of protein.
- Is tuna high in protein?
- Tuna provides around 28g of protein per 100g.
- Can I use this for meal tracking?
- Yes. Use these nutrition estimates to log meals and compare your daily calorie and macro totals.
Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages; brands and preparation can differ.
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