What is Tuna? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Tuna?

Tuna is a type of saltwater fish and vary in size and color, depending on the type of tuna. Generally tuna has a semi-firm texture and is very flaky and often on the dryer side. It is a meatier fish than others. The meat is red when raw and once cooked it takes in a grey tone. The flavor is strong and fishy.

What does Tuna Taste Like?

Salty

Salty is one of the five main tastes. It has a satisfying and addictive quality with hints of sourness. Salty foods include cheeses, cured meats, chips, and olives. It is used in almost every dish and prepared food. Salt is added to enhance flavor and offer a distinctly salty taste.

Ingredients

tuna

Tuna Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 oz28.6g

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	41kcal	2%
Fats	1g	1%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	1g	2%
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	0g	0%
Sugars	0g	0%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	7g	9%
Cholesterol	11mg	4%
Sodium	11mg	0%

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Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna In Water, 5 oz Cans (Pack of 24) - Wild Caught Skipjack Tuna - 23g Protein Per Serving - MSC Certified Sustainable Seafood, Non-GMO, Gluten Free, Kosher

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Chicken of the Sea Chunk Light Tuna in Water, Wild Caught Tuna, 5-Ounce Cans (Pack of 10)

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StarKist Chunk Light Tuna in Water, 2.6 Oz, Pack of 12

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Wild Planet Wild Albacore Tuna, No Salt Added, Canned Tuna, Sustainably Wild-Caught, Non-GMO, Kosher 5 Ounce (Pack of 12), Packaging May Vary

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Tuna?

1 oz of Tuna contains 7 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Tuna?

1 oz of Tuna contains 0 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Tuna?

1 oz of Tuna contains 1 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Tuna?

1 oz of Tuna contains 0 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Tuna?

There are 41 calories in 1 oz of Tuna.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Tuna?

There are 653 calories in 1 pound of Tuna.

How many calories are in 1 Cup of Tuna?

There are 333 calories in 1 Cup of Tuna.

How many calories are in 1 Fillet of Tuna?

There are 570 calories in 1 Fillet of Tuna.

How many calories are in 1 Nigiri of Tuna?

There are 19 calories in 1 Nigiri of Tuna.

How many calories are in 1 Sashimi of Tuna?

There are 20 calories in 1 Sashimi of Tuna.

How many calories are in 1 Maki of Tuna?

There are 69 calories in 1 Maki of Tuna.

How many calories are in 1 Sushi Roll of Tuna?

There are 82 calories in 1 Sushi Roll of Tuna.