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Bumble Bee Tuna, Solid White Albacore, 4 Pack
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Bumble Bee Tuna, Solid White Albacore, 4 Pack

Bumble Bee
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
28g
Protein
280mg
Sodium
8
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bumble Bee Tuna Solid White Albacore 4-pack sits on the canned seafood aisle, often shelved with other canned fish, pantry proteins, and near crackers, mayonnaise, and sandwich spreads. The boxed multi-pack also appears in seasonal storm-prep displays and budget pantry sections. It reads as a practical staple for quick lunches, weeknight dinners, and stocked pantry planning — shoppers reach for it during meal-prep Sunday, back-to-school grocery runs, or when assembling emergency food kits. Brand positioning leans on heritage and reliability: “Est. 1899,” “Wild caught,” and “Dolphin safe” evoke tradition, sustainability-conscious sourcing, and family-friendly trustworthiness aimed at budget-minded, protein-seeking adults and caregivers who value convenience and recognizable brands. The label leans into health halos — “wild caught,” “amazing albacore,” and “packed with protein” — without organic certification or child-focused branding; packaging calls out recyclable multi-pack boxes. In plain processing terms, the tuna is a preserved, shelf-stable product: fish caught, cooked, and packed into cans with soybean oil, vegetable broth, and sea salt. Sensory notes: firm, meaty flakes of albacore with a clean ocean aroma, a slightly oily mouthfeel when packed in soybean oil, and a neutral savory saltiness from the broth. Rituals around use are simple — pop the can, drain or mix with mayo, flake into salads, sandwiches, or pasta, or eat straight for a quick protein boost. The 4-pack box reinforces pantry stocking behavior and convenience-driven meal assembly in everyday American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 4
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol50mg17%
Sodium280mg12%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein28g
* 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

White, Tuna,, Soybean, Oil,, Vegetable, Broth,, Sea, Salt..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

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?

The product is preserved and industrially canned with added soybean oil and salt, reflecting processing beyond minimally processed foods but without the industrial additives or formulations typical of ultra-processed products.

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Common Questions about Bumble Bee Tuna, Solid White Albacore, 4 Pack

Bumble Bee Tuna is a solid source of protein, packing in 28 grams per serving, which is great for muscle repair and keeping you full. However, 'healthy' can be subjective — it’s low in carbs and sugars, making it a solid choice if you're watching those. Just remember, it's not organic or minimally processed, so if you're looking for something super clean, you might want to explore other options.

Perfect For

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

Vibe:

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