Classic Tuna Salad
What You Should Know
You'd spot this Classic Tuna Salad in the prepared foods case at Whole Foods or grab it from the deli for a quick sandwich, picnic, or light lunch — it reads as an easy, familiar staple. The vibe is comforting and nostalgic, but the smooth emulsified dressing and ingredients like xanthan gum and 'natural flavors' signal industrial formulation and texture-modifying processing consistent with an ultra-processed ready-to-eat product.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Tuna, (yellowfin, tuna,, water,, sea, salt), Lemon, Dressing, (soybean, oil,, water,, lemon, juice,, egg, yolks,, white, distilled, vinegar,, honey,, salt,, lemon, zest, [chopped, lemon, peels,, cane, sugar,, natural, lemon, flavor],, worcestershire, sauce, [distilled, white, vinegar,, molasses,, sugar,, water,, salt,, onions,, anchovies,, garlic,, cloves,, tamarind, extract,, natural, flavorings,, chili, pepper, extract],, xanthan, gum,, black, pepper), Celery, Red, Onion, Green, Onion..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •soybean oil - Processed emulsifier
- •egg yolks - Processed emulsifier
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Although it uses minimally processed tuna and vegetables, the product is a ready-to-eat formulation containing industrial additives (xanthan gum), multi-ingredient sauces and 'natural flavors' in the dressing, which are characteristic of NOVA 4 ultraprocessed foods.
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Common Questions about Classic Tuna Salad
The Classic Tuna Salad can definitely fit into a healthy diet, especially if you're looking for a high-protein option with low sugar. With 17 grams of protein per serving and only 210 calories, it can be a satisfying choice for lunch or a snack. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your personal dietary goals!