Side-by-Side Comparison
Fish & Seafood
Atlantic Salmon (Farmed Raw) vs. Canned Light Tuna (in Water, Drained)
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Atlantic Salmon (Farmed Raw)
Canned Light Tuna (in Water, Drained)
Farmed Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) is an oily coldwater finfish. Per 100g raw, it provides 208 kcal, 20.4g protein, 13.4g total fat (3.05g saturated), 2,260mg long-chain Omega-3s (EPA + DHA), and very low mercury with a safe cooking temp of 63°C (145°F).
Canned light tuna (primarily Skipjack Katsuwonus pelamis) packed in water is an ultra-lean fish protein. Per 100g drained, it provides 116 kcal, 25.5g complete protein, 0.82g fat (0.23g saturated), and 270mg Omega-3s with low mercury levels.
Specification Comparison Table
9 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
208 kcal | 116 kcal |
|
Protein
|
20.4 g | 25.5 g |
|
Total Fat
|
13.4 g | 0.82 g |
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Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
|
2,260 mg | 270 mg |
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Saturated Fat
|
3.05 g | 0.23 g |
|
Cholesterol
|
55.0 mg | 36.0 mg |
|
Mercury Level
|
Very Low (< 0.05 PPM) | Low (0.12 PPM - Skipjack species) |
|
Potassium
|
363 mg | 237 mg |
|
USDA Safe Internal Temp
|
63°C (145°F) (Chefs often serve salmon medium, ~52°C/125°F, but that is below the FDA-recommended minimum) | Precooked / Shelf-Stable |
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