: Oil-packed tuna is richer and better for salads where the fish is the star (like Niçoise), while water-packed is leaner and better for traditional mayo-based tuna salad. How To Pick The Best Canned Tuna At The Store
: Look for "Pole and Line" or "Troll Caught" to ensure sustainable practices that protect dolphins and turtles. what is the best canned tuna to buy
The best canned tuna to buy depends on whether you prioritize , sustainability , or low mercury levels . For a top-tier balance of all three, Wild Planet Skipjack Wild Tuna Go to product viewer dialog for this item. : Oil-packed tuna is richer and better for
ranked it as a top contender for those who prefer oil-packed fillets. Cento Solid White Albacore Go to product viewer dialog for this item. For a top-tier balance of all three, Wild
(in Olive Oil) : Consistently wins taste tests for its rich, meaty texture and lack of "fishiness". Reviewers from Serious Eats
: This brand is the official tuna of the American Pregnancy Association because they test every single fish for mercury. Their Elite line averages mercury levels 25 times lower than the FDA limit. Wild Planet Skipjack
: Praised by The Kitchn for being "tuna-salad ready" with flavorful, high-quality fillets.