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Sardines in tomato sauce
Sardines in tomato sauce by Essential Waitrose provides 163 kcal per 100 g, with 2.4 g of sugars and 16.9 g of protein. That is 131% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Sardines in tomato sauce category. Contains: fish.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 can (120 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 163 kcal | 196 kcal | 170 | |
| Total fat | 9.3 g | 11.2 g | 14% | 10.5 −12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.3 g | 2.8 g | 14% | 2.8 −18% |
| Carbohydrates | 2.4 g | 2.9 g | 1% | 1.9 +27% |
| Total sugars | 2.4 g | 2.9 g | 1 +131% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.9 g | 1.1 g | 4% | 0.5 +72% |
| Protein | 16.9 g | 20.3 g | 41% | 17 |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.6 g | 1 −53% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 517 Sardines in tomato sauce products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other sardines in tomato sauce
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sardines (Sardina Pilchardus) (fish) (70%), water, tomato purée (12%), sunflower oil, salt
- Allergens
- Fish
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 can (120 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169035115
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Sardines in tomato sauce?
Sardines in tomato sauce contains 163 kcal per 100 g and about 196 kcal per serving (1 can (120 g)).
How much sugar is in Sardines in tomato sauce?
Sardines in tomato sauce has 2.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Sardines in tomato sauce healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Sardines in tomato sauce vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Sardines in tomato sauce contain?
According to the label data it contains: Fish. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 7, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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