Skipjack Tuna · Katsuwonus pelamis

Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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102 kcal Calories

49%

24.7 g Protein

-0.1 g Carbs

0.4 g Fat

Very good nutrient density 41/100

How many beneficial nutrients Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught 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 Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

102 kcal / serving

3% from fat

Carbs 0%

-0.1 g per serving
Fat 3%

0.4 g per serving
Protein 97%

24.7 g per serving

What Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught 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).

Selenium139% Vitamin B1257% Protein49% Phosphorus22%

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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	-0.1 g	0%

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	0.4 g	0%

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	24.7 g	49%

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	~	—
Vitamin C	~	—
Vitamin D	~	—
Vitamin E	~	—
Vitamin K	~	—
Thiamin (B1)	~	—
Riboflavin (B2)	~	—
Niacin (B3)	~	—
Vitamin B6	~	—
Folate (B9)	~	—
Vitamin B12	1.4 mcg	57%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	3.2 mg	0%
Iron	0.6 mg	3%
Magnesium	35.5 mg	8%
Phosphorus	270.8 mg	22%
Potassium	420.2 mg	9%
Sodium	94.4 mg	4%
Zinc	0.4 mg	3%
Copper	0.0 mg	3%
Manganese	0.0 mg	0%
Selenium	76.5 mcg	139%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	~	—
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	~	—
Caffeine	~	—
Theobromine	~	—
Ash	1.5 g	—

About Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught

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 Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught?

There are 102 calories in 100 g of Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught.

How much protein is in Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught?

Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught contains 24.7 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught?

Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught has -0.1 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught?

Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught provides 0.4 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught a good source of?

Tuna, ahi or yellowfin, frozen, wild caught is an excellent source of Selenium (139% DV), Vitamin B12 (57% DV), Protein (49% DV) and Phosphorus (22% DV) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.