Classic Tuna Salad
What You Should Know
You’d spot this in the refrigerated prepared-foods case or grab-and-go fridge at Whole Foods — an easy, familiar choice for a quick sandwich, picnic, or light lunch. It feels nostalgic and practical with a creamy, mayo-like dressing and crunchy veg, but its smooth consistency and long shelf-ready formulation hint at industrial processing. The ingredient list (soybean oil, xanthan gum, natural flavors, bottled dressings) suggests added emulsifiers and stabilizers typical of ultra-processed ready-to-eat salads.
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
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Although it contains whole tuna and vegetables, the product includes industrial ingredients (soybean oil, xanthan gum, natural flavors) and a ready-made emulsified dressing, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods. The formulation and additives aim for stable texture, uniform flavor, and shelf readiness, consistent with NOVA group 4.
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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!