Tuna salad with egg: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
A hearty and satisfying salad combining flaky canned tuna with chopped hard-boiled eggs, crisp celery, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 3-4 Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: - 2 (5 oz) cans tuna in water or oil, drained and flaked - 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped - 1/2 cup mayonnaise - 1 celery stalk, finely chopped - 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion (optional) - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional) - Salt and black pepper to taste - Fresh dill or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish) Instructions: 1. In a medium bowl, combine the flaked tuna, chopped hard-boiled eggs, chopped celery, and red onion (if using). 2. Add mayonnaise and lemon juice (if using). 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, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Per 100g reference serving, Tuna salad with egg provides 190 kcal of energy, 10.3g protein (22% of calories), 2.74g total carbohydrates (6% of calories, including 0.4g dietary fiber and 1.99g sugars), and 15.4g total fat (72% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Tuna salad with egg (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) | 0.8 µg | 4% DV |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 1.32 µg | 55% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 31 µg | 3.4% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.94 mg | 6.3% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 40.9 µg | 34.1% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.026 mg | 2.2% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.099 mg | 7.6% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 4.74 mg | 29.6% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.173 mg | 10.2% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 14 µg | 3.5% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 14 µg | 3.5% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 14 µg | 3.5% DV |
| Choline | 46.6 mg | 8.5% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 23 µg | 2.6% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 84 µg | 2.3% DV |
| Alpha-Carotene | 7 µg | 0.6% DV |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 17 µg | 2.8% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 104 µg | 1% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Tuna salad with egg (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) | 0.97 mg | 5.4% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 24 mg | 1.8% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 14 mg | 3.3% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 152 mg | 3.2% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.45 mg | 4.1% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 34.9 µg | 63.5% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 88 mg | 7% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.032 mg | 3.6% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 393 mg | 17.1% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 0.097 g | 19.4% DV |
| Omega-3 EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) | 0.012 g | 2.4% DV |
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 1.03 g | 64.2% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 7.45 g | 53.2% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 3.57 g | 11.9% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 8.62 g | 43.1% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 2.58 g | 12.9% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 56 mg | 18.7% 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 with egg contains 190 calories (kcal), 10.3g of protein, 2.74g of carbohydrates (0.4g fiber, 1.99g total sugars), and 15.4g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Tuna salad with egg has an estimated food pH of 4.5 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 4.43 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Tuna salad with egg: Soybeans, Fish, Eggs, 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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