Side-by-Side Comparison
Fish & Seafood
Canned Light Tuna (in Water, Drained) vs. Tilapia (Raw Fillet)
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Canned Light Tuna (in Water, Drained)
Tilapia (Raw Fillet)
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.
Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) is a widely farmed freshwater whitefish. Per 100g raw, it provides 96 kcal, 20.1g protein, 1.70g fat (0.58g saturated), 50mg cholesterol, and very low mercury.
Specification Comparison Table
9 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
116 kcal | 96 kcal |
|
Protein
|
25.5 g | 20.1 g |
|
Total Fat
|
0.82 g | 1.70 g |
|
Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
|
270 mg | 130 mg |
|
Saturated Fat
|
0.23 g | 0.58 g |
|
Cholesterol
|
36.0 mg | 50.0 mg |
|
Mercury Level
|
Low (0.12 PPM - Skipjack species) | Very Low (< 0.02 PPM) |
|
Potassium
|
237 mg | 302 mg |
|
USDA Safe Internal Temp
|
Precooked / Shelf-Stable | 63°C (145°F) |
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