Why does Sardinas en aceite de oliva receive a Nutri‑Score of D, and which nutrients are responsible for this rating?

The D rating is driven primarily by its very high total fat (28 g) and saturated fat (5.8 g), which raise the energy content to 332 kcal per 100 g, while it provides no dietary fiber or fruits/vegetables to earn positive points.

How does the fat and salt content of this canned sardine affect a hypertensive or heart‑healthy diet?

Although the salt level is relatively low (0.8 g per 100 g), the product’s high fat, especially saturated fat, increases calorie intake and may raise LDL cholesterol, so it should be consumed in moderation by people managing blood pressure or heart disease.

Is the fish in this product a concern for people with fish allergies, and how is the allergen indicated on the label?

Yes, the product contains sardine fish, which is a known allergen; the allergen is clearly declared in the ingredient list and highlighted with an allergen tag, making it unsuitable for anyone with a fish allergy.

ALBO • 120g

Sardinas en aceite de oliva

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Sardinas en aceite de oliva are canned sardines packed in extra‑virgin olive oil, produced in Spain and sold in 120 g metal cans. Belonging to the Fish Meat Eggs group, the product delivers 20 g of protein per 100 g with zero carbohydrates, but it is very high in total fat (28 g) and saturated fat (5.8 g) and provides 332 kcal, leading to a Nutri‑Score of D and a NOVA classification of 3. While the olive‑oil base adds healthy monounsaturated fats, the high fat content and modest salt level (0.8 g) offset these benefits, and the item contains no dietary fiber or added sugars.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal332 kcal

Fat28 g

Saturated Fat5.8 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average canned‑fish profile, this sardine in olive oil contains roughly four times more total fat (28 g vs 6.6 g), over four times the saturated fat (5.8 g vs 1.3 g), double the protein (20 g vs 18 g), but markedly less salt (0.8 g vs 5.3 g) and no sugars, resulting in about double the caloric value (332 kcal vs 149 kcal).

Ingredients

Sardina, aceite de oliva y sal

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35%

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Albo

105 g