Light tuna flakes in vegetable oil
Light tuna flakes in vegetable oil by Cod Foodsphere Inc. provides 273 kcal per 100 g, with 1.8 g of sugars and 20 g of protein. That is 244% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Canned tunas category. Contains: fish, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/3 cup drained (55 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 273 kcal | 150 kcal | 159 +71% | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 1 g | 1% | 7 −74% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.1 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 45.5 g | 25 g | 9% | 1.1 +4189% |
| Total sugars | 1.8 g | 1 g | 0.5 +244% | |
| Dietary fiber | 1.8 g | 1 g | 4% | 0.3 +589% |
| Protein | 20 g | 11 g | 22% | 22.8 −12% |
| Salt | 2.6 g | 1.5 g | 1.1 +146% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1513 Canned tunas products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from September 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other canned tunas
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Tuna flakes, water, soybean oil, soy protein concentrate, iodized salt (salt and potassium iodide), cane sugar, onion, garlic, spices, monosodium glutamate (flavor enhancer), natural and artificial flavors, chili and bay leaf.
- Allergens
- FishSoybeans
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1/3 cup drained (55 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 4800249006773
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Light tuna flakes in vegetable oil?
Light tuna flakes in vegetable oil contains 273 kcal per 100 g and about 150 kcal per serving (1/3 cup drained (55 g)).
How much sugar is in Light tuna flakes in vegetable oil?
Light tuna flakes in vegetable oil has 1.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Light tuna flakes in vegetable oil healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Light tuna flakes in vegetable oil vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Light tuna flakes in vegetable oil contain?
According to the label data it contains: Fish, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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