đ§Ÿ What is it?
Sun & Sea Tuna in Sunflower Oil 80âŻg is a sterilised tinned fish product containing pieces of skipjack tuna â Katsuwonus pelamis â in sunflower oil and salt. The product is ready to eat without cooking and is ideal as a quick meal, an addition to salads or pasta, or on bread.
đ§Ș Ingredients and allergens
âïž Ingredients:
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Skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) ~65âŻ%
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Sunflower oil ~34âŻ%
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Table salt
â ïž Allergens:
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Fish â tuna â not suitable for people with a fish allergy.
đ Nutritional values (per 100âŻg of solid content)
(the solid portion after draining the oil may be ~50â52âŻg out of the total 80âŻg in the packet)
| Component | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy | ~787â798âŻkJ / ~188â191âŻkcal |
| Fat | ~10âŻg |
| â of which saturated | ~1.2â1.5âŻg |
| Carbohydrates | ~0 g |
| â of which sugars | ~0 g |
| Protein | ~24â25âŻg |
| Salt | ~1.2â1.5âŻg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | ~78â97 mg |
đœïž Taste and use
âïž Flavour: the classic, delicate flavour of tuna with added oil â the oil softens the fishy taste and provides energy.
âïž Texture: firm, juicy pieces of tuna that combine well with other ingredients.
đ Recommended uses:
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đ„ In salads â boosts the protein content and goes well with almost any combination of vegetables.
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đ„Ș On bread or toast â with lemon, pepper or vegetables.
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đ Mix with pasta or rice â a quick dinner without having to cook meat.
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đœïž On its own as a snack â just open and eat.
đ§ Storage
âĄïž Before opening: store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light.
âĄïž After opening: transfer to a sealable container, keep in the fridge and use up within a short time.
đĄ Tips
đœïž Quick meals
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Tuna bowl: tuna + cooked quinoa or couscous + vegetables + a squeeze of lemon.
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Protein wrap: tuna + leaf salad + yoghurt dip in a tortilla.
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Healthy salad: rocket, cherry tomatoes and olive oil + tinned tuna.
âïž Nutrition tips
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If you want to reduce fat/calories, drain off some of the oil.
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Leave the oil in if you want more energy and a boost of healthy fats for sport or an active day.
đ§ Summary
Sun & Sea Tuna in Sunflower Oil 80âŻg is a light, nutritious tinned fish product containing high-quality pieces of tuna in oil â suitable as a quick meal or as an addition to other dishes. The ideal choice when you want a quick source of protein with no further preparation required.