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Season Brand Mackerels, Fillets, in Olive Oil
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Season Brand Mackerels, Fillets, in Olive Oil

Season
4.38 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
22g
Protein
460mg
Sodium
5
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Season Brand Mackerels, Fillets, in Olive Oil is a compact, shelf-stable tin you’ll typically find in the canned seafood aisle or on an endcap near canned tuna, sardines, and anchovies. It reads like a pantry staple: whole mackerel fillets packed in olive oil with a pinch of salt. Shoppers spot it in routines ranging from storm- or emergency-prep trips to quick weeknight grocery runs where convenience and shelf life matter. It’s often bought for simple lunches, protein-forward salads, sandwiches, pasta toppers, or as a no-fuss snack alongside crackers and pickles. Brand positioning leans practical and slightly Mediterranean — the “olive oil” callout gives it a health-leaning halo and appeals to shoppers seeking familiar pantry proteins and omega-3-rich fish without the fuss of fresh seafood. Packaging is straightforward metal canning with modest labeling; you might see “in olive oil” prominently displayed, perhaps a natural-leaning aesthetic, but rarely bold kid-focused graphics or organic certification on value-oriented canned mackerel. Nutritionally it’s calorie-light for a canned protein (about 130 kcal per 4.38 oz) but relatively sodium-forward (around 460 mg), with no added sugars. Processing context: it’s a canned, minimally altered fish product — cooked, preserved in oil and salt for shelf stability. Sensory details: fillets are flakey and oily, firm but tender, carrying a salty, fish-forward umami with the rounded mouthfeel of olive oil. Rituals around use are tactile and quick: pop the pull-tab (or open with a church key), drain or spoon over a dish, and enjoy as part of an everyday, no-cook meal solution in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5
Servings per Container: 1
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol70mg23%
Sodium460mg20%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
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

Mackerel, (Fish),, Olive, Oil,, 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 is a canned fish product containing only mackerel, olive oil, and salt; the canning and addition of oil/salt classify it as a processed food (NOVA 3) rather than ultraprocessed.

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Common Questions about Season Brand Mackerels, Fillets, in Olive Oil

Absolutely! The mackerel is packed with protein—22 grams per serving, to be exact—which makes it a great option for anyone looking to boost their protein intake. Plus, it’s rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are excellent for heart health. Just keep in mind that it does have a higher sodium content, so if you're watching your salt intake, enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

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weeknight-quick-meal
meal-prep-sunday

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