Tuna salad, made with creamy dressing: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
A rich and satisfying salad featuring flaky canned tuna, crisp vegetables, and a luscious creamy dressing, perfect for a hearty lunch. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 2-3 Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: - 2 (5 oz) cans tuna in water or oil, drained and flaked - 1/2 cup creamy dressing (e.g., ranch, Caesar, or a homemade blend of yogurt/sour cream with herbs) - 1 celery stalk, finely chopped - 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion (optional) - Salt and black pepper to taste Instructions: 1. In a medium bowl, combine the flaked tuna, chopped celery, and red onion (if using). 2. Add creamy dressing. Stir gently until all ingredients are well combined and coated. 3. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. 4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. 5. Serve chilled.
Per 100g reference serving, Tuna salad, made with creamy dressing provides 148 kcal of energy, 9.98g protein (27% of calories), 4.02g total carbohydrates (11% of calories, including 0.4g dietary fiber and 2.95g sugars), and 10.3g total fat (62% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Tuna salad, made with creamy dressing (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 0.7 mg | 0.8% DV |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.6 µg | 3% DV |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 1.33 µg | 55.4% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 20 µg | 2.2% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.74 mg | 4.9% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 40.6 µg | 33.8% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.023 mg | 1.9% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.075 mg | 5.8% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 5.09 mg | 31.8% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.18 mg | 10.6% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 11 µg | 2.8% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 11 µg | 2.8% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 11 µg | 2.8% DV |
| Choline | 23.5 mg | 4.3% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 11 µg | 1.2% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 91 µg | 2.5% DV |
| Alpha-Carotene | 7 µg | 0.6% DV |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 17 µg | 2.8% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 82 µg | 0.8% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Tuna salad, made with creamy dressing (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 0.96 mg | 5.3% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 26 mg | 2% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 15 mg | 3.6% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 162 mg | 3.4% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.4 mg | 3.6% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 34.9 µg | 63.5% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 115 mg | 9.2% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.033 mg | 3.7% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 460 mg | 20% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 0.1 g | 20% DV |
| Omega-3 EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) | 0.013 g | 2.6% DV |
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.752 g | 47% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 4.91 g | 35.1% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 2.09 g | 7% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 5.8 g | 29% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 1.65 g | 8.2% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Tuna salad, made with creamy dressing contains 148 calories (kcal), 9.98g of protein, 4.02g of carbohydrates (0.4g fiber, 2.95g total sugars), and 10.3g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Tuna salad, made with creamy dressing has an estimated food pH of 4.5 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 5.02 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Tuna salad, made with creamy dressing: Eggs, Soybeans, Fish, Milk, Mustard. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 8+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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