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Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna in Water
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Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna in Water

Bumble Bee
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
22g
Protein
360mg
Sodium
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna in Water (20 oz) is a pantry mainstay: a shelf-stable metal can of flaked, moist tuna often found in the canned seafood aisle alongside other canned fish, salmon, sardines and near soups, beans and ready-made proteins. Shoppers spot it on grocery runs for weeknight dinners, meal-prep Sundays and emergency storm-prep because it’s durable, affordable and familiar. The product fits quick sandwiches, tuna salads, casseroles, pasta tosses and high-protein snacks for busy households or single-person apartments. Bumble Bee’s brand positioning leans practical and mainstream — a legacy seafood brand that signals convenience, value and dependable protein rather than artisanal cachet; it is aimed at families, students and working cooks who want easy meal building blocks. The label is simple and utilitarian: plain type stating “Chunk Light Tuna in Water,” a short ingredient list and implied health halos like “protein-rich” or “low-fat” from being packed in water; there’s typically no organic certification or child-focused gimmicks on this SKU. In plain terms it’s a processed, shelf-stable product: the tuna is cooked and canned for safety and longevity with added water, a small vegetable broth and sea salt for flavor. Sensory notes: pale beige flakes with a mild, briny seafood flavor and a firm yet tender flake; drained tuna flakes easily with a fork. Packaging is a standard tin (often with a pop-top), and the ritual is practical — open, drain, flake and mix into sandwiches, salads or casseroles — making it an everyday, reliable protein in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 4
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Cholesterol55mg18%
Sodium360mg16%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein22g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Light, Tuna,, Water,, Vegetable, Broth,, Sea, Salt..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This canned tuna is processed (cooked and heat-treated, packed with added water, vegetable broth and sea salt) for shelf stability and convenience, placing it in NOVA group 3 as a processed food rather than an ultra-processed formulation with many industrial additives.

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Common Questions about Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna in Water

Absolutely! Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna is a great source of lean protein, packing 17 grams per serving. It’s low in calories and fat, making it a solid choice for a healthy snack or meal addition. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary goals!

Perfect For

meal-prep-sunday
back-to-school
storm-prep

Vibe:

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