Ginger Sesame Chunk Light Tuna
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Ginger Sesame Chunk Light Tuna by Great Value scores 9/10 for Muscle Building based on excellent protein per calorie ratio.
Ginger Sesame Chunk Light Tuna by Great Value provides 108 calories, 20.3g protein, 0.0g fat, and 5.4g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 18.8g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Muscle Building, Weight Loss health goals.
- ✓High in protein with 20.3g per 100g — one of the most protein-dense options in its category.
- ✓Moderate calorie content at 108 kcal per 100g.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
Deep Analysis
Ginger Sesame Chunk Light Tuna by Great Value sits near the middle of the canned tuna category with 108 kcal per 100g (category avg: 126). Sugar is a concern at 5.4g per 100g (106% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 108 kcal per 100g (category avg: 126)
- •Protein: 20.3g per 100g (category avg: 22.8g)
- •Sugars: 5.4g per 100g (category avg: 2.6g)
- •Fiber: 1.4g per 100g (category avg: 1.0g)
- •Sodium: 486mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake, people managing calorie intake or on a weight loss plan.
Watch Out
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Ginger Sesame Chunk Light Tuna doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the canned tuna category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
SKIPJACK TUNA, WATER, SUGAR, VINEGAR, GINGER, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SESAME SEEDS, GARLIC POWDER, VEGETABLE JUICE CONCENTRATE (ONION, CARROT AND CAULIFLOWER JUICE CONCENTRATES), YEAST EXTRACT POWDER, SALT.