Skipjack tuna
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 97 kcal |
| Protein | 22.0 g |
| Fat | 1.0 g |
| Carbs | 0.0 g |
Skipjack tuna is a small, fast-swimming ocean fish eaten raw in sashimi and sushi, or more commonly cooked — grilled, seared, or canned as the most widely used species in commercial tuna products. Per 100 g, raw skipjack provides 97 kcal, 22 g of protein, 1 g of fat, and zero carbohydrates or fibre, making it one of the leaner fish available. It delivers 407 mg of potassium and 222 mg of phosphorus per 100 g, alongside 15.4 mg of niacin — a notably high figure for a B vitamin. No glycemic index applies given the absence of carbohydrates. Skipjack tuna fits pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean, and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in skipjack tuna?
Raw skipjack tuna contains 97 kcal per 100 g, almost entirely from its 22 g of protein and 1 g of fat. A typical 150 g fillet would come to around 145 kcal.
How much niacin is in skipjack tuna?
Skipjack tuna provides 15.4 mg of niacin per 100 g, which is a substantial amount for a single food. Niacin is a B vitamin involved in energy metabolism, and skipjack is one of the richer dietary sources of it.
Is skipjack tuna keto-friendly?
Yes, skipjack tuna is well suited to a ketogenic diet — it contains 0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, with virtually all its calories coming from protein and a small amount of fat. It is listed as keto-compatible in its dietary profile.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 97.1 kcal |
| Protein | 22.0 g |
| Fat | 1.0 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Starch | 0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.33 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.19 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.32 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.26 g |
| Cholesterol | 47.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 29.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 34.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 222 mg |
| Potassium | 407 mg |
| Sodium | 37.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.82 mg |
| Copper | 0.086 mg |
| Manganese | 0.015 mg |
| Selenium | 36.5 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 16.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 16.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 1.0 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.033 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 15.4 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.42 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.85 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 9.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.9 mcg |
Other cooking states of Skipjack tuna
Cooked skipjack tuna (132 kcal).
