Canned tuna (spring water)
seafood · suitable from around 6 months
Safety
- Choking risk: low
- Allergen: Limit frequency - mercury
How to serve
~6 months
smooth puree
Drain well, check for bones and puree smooth with a little liquid.
~9 months
soft mash / soft pieces
Drain and flake finely, mixing through other soft food.
~12 months
small soft pieces
Serve drained flaked tuna in small amounts through family meals.
Nutrition (per 100 g)
- Energy: 540 kJ
- Protein: 26.1 g
- Iron: 1.16 mg
- Calcium: 5 mg
- Zinc: 0.76 mg
- Vitamin C: 0 mg
Sources
- ASCIA — Infant Feeding for Food Allergy Prevention 2026 · Allergen classification
- NHMRC — Infant Feeding Guidelines · Suitability and age guidance
- Raising Children Network — Raising Children Network · Texture and preparation guidance
General information, not medical advice.