Thunnus obesus
Also Known As
Tuna, Big eye, Ahi-b
U.S. wild-caught Atlantic bigeye tuna—while only a small percent (about 1%) of the total Atlantic-wide harvest—is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations.
Facts
Availability |
Year-round. |
Source |
U.S. wild-caught from Massachusetts to Florida. |
Taste |
Bigeye tuna has a mild, meaty flavor, with a higher fat content than yellowfin tuna. Sashimi lovers prefer it. |
Texture |
Firm and moist with large flakes. |
Color |
Bigeye tuna meat has a reddish-pink color. |
Health Benefits |
Bigeye tuna is low in saturated fat and sodium and is rich in niacin, vitamins B6 and B12, selenium, and phosphorous. |
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition facts |
|
| Serving weight | 113 g |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 130 |
| Protein | 27 g |
| Fat, total | 2 g |
| Saturated fatty acids, total | 0.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g |
| Sugars, total | 0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 45 mg |
| Selenium | 160% daily value |
| Sodium | 70 mg |
