Canned Tuna (drained) — Cups to Grams

1 cup of canned tuna (drained) = 154 grams

1 cup of canned tuna (drained) weighs approximately 154 grams. Use the converter below for custom amounts, or check the full conversion table.

Canned Tuna (drained) Converter

Result

154 g

How to Measure Canned Tuna (drained) Correctly

Canned tuna should be drained before measuring. Use a dry measuring cup and fill it to the top. For accuracy, use a kitchen scale. One 5-ounce can yields about ½ cup of drained tuna.

Understanding Canned Tuna (drained) Measurements

Canned tuna is precooked and packed in water or oil. One cup of drained, flaked tuna weighs approximately 154 grams. The weight varies depending on whether it's packed in water or oil.

Common Uses in Baking & Cooking

Canned tuna is used in salads, sandwiches, and casseroles. It's convenient and a good source of protein. It's also used in baking, particularly in tuna casseroles.

Storage and Handling Tips

Store unopened canned tuna at room temperature for up to 3-5 years. Once opened, store it in the refrigerator and use within 3-4 days. If it develops an off smell, discard it.

Need to convert canned tuna (drained) to other units? Try our cups to grams converter or tablespoons to grams converter.

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Canned Tuna (drained) Conversion Table

AmountGramsOunces
1 teaspoon3.21g0.11 oz
1 tablespoon9.63g0.34 oz
¼ cup38.5g1.36 oz
⅓ cup51.3g1.81 oz
½ cup77g2.72 oz
⅔ cup103g3.62 oz
¾ cup116g4.07 oz
1 cup154g5.43 oz
1½ cups231g8.15 oz
2 cups308g10.9 oz

Measurement Note

Drained and flaked.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams in a cup of canned tuna (drained)?
One US cup of canned tuna (drained) weighs approximately 154 grams. This is based on the standard spooned-and-levelled measuring method.
How many tablespoons in a cup of canned tuna (drained)?
There are 16 US tablespoons in one US cup. Each tablespoon of canned tuna (drained) weighs approximately 9.63 grams.
How do I measure canned tuna (drained) accurately?
Drained and flaked. For the most accurate results, we recommend using a digital kitchen scale.
How many cups in 100g of canned tuna (drained)?
100 grams of canned tuna (drained) is approximately 0.65 US cups.

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Values are approximate and can vary depending on how the ingredient is measured. For precision baking, we recommend using a digital kitchen scale.