5 Highest Quality And 5 Lowest Quality Tuna Brands

When it comes to canned meats, tuna takes the cake as one of the most popular options out there. Renowned for its low calorie count, high levels of lean protein, and ease of preparation, canned tuna is topped on crackers, shaped into patties, and sprinkled on salads in millions of homes across the United States and the world.

And just as tuna is varied in its uses, so too are the canned seafood brands offering up their takes on grocery shelves. It can sometimes feel overwhelming, in fact, to scan the aisles bursting with tuna options in search of your perfect canned fish. So where to start? Using an assessment of fishing methods, sustainability certifications, processing techniques, and additives, we’ve compiled a list of five of the highest quality — as well as five of the lowest — grocery store tuna brands to keep in mind the next time you go shopping for your favorite snack, lunch, or dinnertime protein.