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Wild Planet Wild Skipjack Light Tuna
Canned & Packaged Goods
📊 NOVA 3🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Wild Planet Wild Skipjack Light Tuna

Wild Planet
5 oz
Available at Foodtown
90
Calories
20g
Protein
220mg
Sodium
8
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Wild Planet Wild Skipjack Light Tuna is a small, 5 oz metal can of ready-to-eat tuna that you would find on the canned seafood aisle near other tins of salmon, sardines, and canned chicken, often adjacent to canned beans and shelf-stable protein options. Shoppers pick it up for quick weeknight dinners, lunchbox builds during meal-prep Sunday, or as a compact protein for road trips and outdoor excursions. The brand positions itself as a conscientious, slightly premium option in the tuna category, leaning on sustainability and traditional fishing methods with messaging like 100 percent pole and line caught, dolphin- and turtle-safe, and wild-caught. That positioning appeals to environmentally minded adults and cooks who want a simple pantry staple that reads as clean and responsible. The label reads like a short story of provenance rather than flashy kid-focused art; there is no playful cartooning or organic certification badge, but you will likely notice health halos such as wild-caught, simple ingredient list, and references to olive oil that imply a healthier choice. In plain terms it is a processed, shelf-stable fish product: the raw fish has been cooked and canned for safety and longevity, with only salt and oil sometimes present. Sensory notes are straightforward and familiar: firm, flaky tuna steaks with a meaty texture, a mildly briny, savory flavor, and a slickness from the packing oil. The ritual is uncomplicated—pop the can, drain or mix with a fork, and fold into salads, sandwiches, pastas, or eat straight with crackers for a fast, protein-forward snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3.0
Servings per Container: 1.5
Calories90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium220mg10%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein20g
* 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

Skip, Jack, Tuna, (Katsuwonus, Pelamis), and, 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 product contains whole fish with added salt (and often oil) and is cooked and canned for shelf stability, so it is a processed food rather than unprocessed or ultra-processed. The short ingredient list and minimal additives place it in NOVA group 3.

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Common Questions about Wild Planet Wild Skipjack Light Tuna

Absolutely! Wild Planet's tuna is a great source of protein, packing 20 grams per serving with just 90 calories. It's perfect for a nutritious snack or a meal addition. Just remember, 'healthy' can look different for everyone, so consider how it fits into your overall diet.

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