Tuna salad, made with Italian dressing: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
A zesty and refreshing salad featuring flaky canned tuna, crisp vegetables, and a vibrant Italian dressing, offering a lighter, tangy alternative. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 2-3 Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: - 2 (5 oz) cans tuna in water or oil, drained and flaked - 1/2 cup Italian dressing (oil and vinegar based) - 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (various colors) - 1/4 cup chopped red onion - 1/4 cup chopped cucumber - Salt and black pepper to taste Instructions: 1. In a medium bowl, combine the flaked tuna, chopped bell peppers, red onion, and cucumber. 2. Pour Italian dressing over the ingredients. Toss 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 Italian dressing provides 106 kcal of energy, 9.83g protein (37% of calories), 5.35g total carbohydrates (20% of calories, including 0.4g dietary fiber and 4.25g sugars), and 5.08g total fat (43% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Tuna salad, made with Italian dressing (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 0.8 mg | 0.9% DV |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.6 µg | 3% DV |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 1.3 µg | 54.2% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 17 µg | 1.9% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.73 mg | 4.9% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 23.3 µg | 19.4% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.024 mg | 2% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.056 mg | 4.3% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 5.13 mg | 32.1% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.188 mg | 11.1% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 10 µg | 2.5% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 10 µg | 2.5% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 10 µg | 2.5% DV |
| Choline | 17 mg | 3.1% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 9 µg | 1% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 93 µg | 2.6% DV |
| Alpha-Carotene | 7 µg | 0.6% DV |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 17 µg | 2.8% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 77 µg | 0.8% DV |
| Lycopene | 3 µg | 0% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Tuna salad, made with Italian 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) | 0.95 mg | 5.3% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 22 mg | 1.7% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 15 mg | 3.6% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 167 mg | 3.6% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.38 mg | 3.5% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 34.7 µg | 63.1% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 78 mg | 6.2% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.033 mg | 3.7% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 498 mg | 21.7% 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) | 0.325 g | 20.3% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 2.02 g | 14.4% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 1.29 g | 4.3% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 2.47 g | 12.4% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 0.76 g | 3.8% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% 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 Italian dressing contains 106 calories (kcal), 9.83g of protein, 5.35g of carbohydrates (0.4g fiber, 4.25g total sugars), and 5.08g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Tuna salad, made with Italian dressing has an estimated food pH of 3.5 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 3.52 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Tuna salad, made with Italian dressing: Fish. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 8+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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