Skipjack Tuna · Katsuwonus pelamis
Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Very good nutrient density 51/100
How many beneficial nutrients Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
9% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 9%1.3 g per serving
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Protein 91%28.2 g per serving
What Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.0 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 20.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 51.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 298.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 70.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 46.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 168.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 22.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 8.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 20.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 33.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 91.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 237.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 28.2 g | |
| Histidine | 830.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 1,300.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 2,293.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 2,590.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 835.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1,101.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1,237.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 316.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 1,453.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 1,706.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,688.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 2,888.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 302.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 4,210.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 1,354.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 997.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 1,151.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 952.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 18.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 1.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 18.8 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.0 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 10.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.2 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.5 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 37.0 mg | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | |
| Magnesium | 44.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 285.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 522.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 47.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 1.1 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 46.8 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 60.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 1.7 g | — |
About Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat
Skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) is a small, fast-swimming member of the tuna family and the most heavily fished tuna in the world, recognized by the dark horizontal stripes along its silvery belly. Its deep red flesh cooks to a firm, meaty texture with a stronger, more pronounced flavor than the paler tunas. Skipjack is the fish most often sold as canned light tuna, the everyday pantry staple for sandwiches, salads, casseroles, and melts.
It is rich in lean protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, along with vitamin B12, selenium, and niacin, while staying very low in fat. In Japan it is the source of katsuobushi, the dried, smoked, and shaved bonito flakes that flavor dashi broth, and it is also seared, grilled, and simmered fresh. Because it is leaner than premium tunas, it is best cooked gently or eaten straight from the can.
Keep canned skipjack on hand in the pantry, and store fresh fillets well chilled, using them within a day or two.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat?
There are 132 calories in 100 g of Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat, or about 203 calories in 0.5 fillet (154 g).
How much protein is in Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat?
Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat contains 28.2 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat?
Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat?
Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat provides 1.3 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat a good source of?
Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat is an excellent source of Niacin (B3) (117% DV), Vitamin B12 (91% DV), Selenium (85% DV), Vitamin B6 (58% DV), Protein (56% DV) and Phosphorus (23% DV) and a good source of Copper, Potassium, Pantothenic Acid (B5), Magnesium and Zinc (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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