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Canned tuna nutrition facts

Proteins · Canned in water, drained · per 100 g

Canned tuna (canned in water, drained) contains 116 kcal per 100 g, with 25.5 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate (of which 0 g sugar), 0.8 g fat and 0 g fiber. That works out to about 22 g of protein per 100 kcal, and its energy density is low (60–150 kcal/100 g).

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Data as of June 2026.

Nutrition facts per 100 g

NutrientPer 100 g
Calories116 kcal
Protein25.5 g
Carbohydrate0 g
Fat0.8 g
Fiber0 g
Sugar0 g
Sodium247 mg
Potassium237 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Data as of June 2026.

What the numbers mean

Energy density tells you how many calories a food packs per gram: canned tuna is low (60–150 kcal/100 g). Protein density — grams of protein per 100 kcal — is a useful way to compare foods regardless of portion size; here it is about 22 g/100 kcal. Fiber (0 g per 100 g) supports digestion and satiety, while the sugar figure (0 g) is part of total carbohydrate. See our guide on how to read nutrition data for more.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in 100 g of canned tuna?

100 g of canned tuna (canned in water, drained) contains about 116 kcal, with 25.5 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate and 0.8 g fat, per USDA FoodData Central.

How much protein is in canned tuna?

Canned tuna provides 25.5 g of protein per 100 g — roughly 22 g of protein per 100 kcal.

Is canned tuna high or low in calories?

At 116 kcal per 100 g, canned tuna has low (60–150 kcal/100 g) energy density.

Source

Data from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 175159), per 100 g edible portion. Values are for general information only and are not medical or dietary advice; cooking, brand and variety can change the real figures.

Last updated: 2026-06-14