Ingredient

Sardina Pilchardus

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Sardines are consumed as a whole food, valued for their nutritional content. Manufacturers include …

What it is

Sardina pilchardus, commonly known as the European pilchard or sardine, is a small, oily fish found in the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. They are typically canned whole, often packed in oil or sauce, after being cleaned, cooked, and sometimes smoked.

Why it's used

Sardines are consumed as a whole food, valued for their nutritional content. Manufacturers include them in canned seafood products, often preserved in oil, water, or various sauces, making them a convenient source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

Health notes

Sardines are a nutrient-dense food, rich in protein, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and calcium (especially if bones are consumed). They are also a significant source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are associated with heart health benefits. Regulatory bodies like the FDA do not set specific limits for whole fish consumption. International bodies like the WHO/FAO's JECFA have evaluated many food ingredients, but typically focus on additives rather than whole foods like sardines.

Allergen info

Sardines are fish, which is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. Individuals with a fish allergy should avoid consuming sardines.

Products containing Sardina Pilchardus

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TRATA Sardines In Soybean Oil Canned Seafood High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 375kcal 17.9Protein 33.9Fat 0Carbs Grand Prix Trading Corp. Sardines In Vegetable Oil Canned Seafood High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 197kcal 17.7Protein 13.7Fat 0Carbs Wild Sardines Fillets In Extra Virgin Olive Oil Wild Planet Foods, Inc. Wild Sardines Fillets In Extra Virgin Olive Oil Canned Seafood 224kcal 24.7Protein 14.1Fat 0Carbs Wild Sardines Fillets In Water Wild Planet Foods, Inc. Wild Sardines Fillets In Water Canned Seafood 165kcal 23.5Protein 8.2Fat 0Carbs Sardines In Soybean Oil And Chili Pepper, Soybean Oil And Chili Pepper B&W Quality Growers, LLC Sardines In Soybean Oil And Chili Pepper, Soybean Oil And Chili Pepper Canned Seafood High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 344kcal 20Protein 28.9Fat 1.1Carbs Safe Catch Inc. Wild Sardines In Extra Virgin Olive Oil Canned Seafood 235kcal 25.9Protein 14.1Fat 0Carbs Skinless & Boneless Wild Sardines In Water Safe Catch Inc. Skinless & Boneless Wild Sardines In Water Canned Seafood 182kcal 27.3Protein 8.0Fat 0Carbs Wild In Olive Oil Sardines Colewillaidan LLC Wild In Olive Oil Sardines Fish & Seafood High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 339kcal 19.1Protein 29.6Fat 0Carbs PAW Brands LLC Wild Pilchard Sardines With Lemon In Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Lemon In Extra Virgin Olive Oil Canned Seafood 212kcal 23.5Protein 11.8Fat 0Carbs PAW Brands LLC Wild Pilchard Sardines In Spicy Tomato Sauce, Spicy Tomato Sauce Canned Seafood 150kcal 16.7Protein 9.2Fat 0.8Carbs Skinless & Boneless Wild Sardines In Extra Virgin Olive Oil Safe Catch Inc. Skinless & Boneless Wild Sardines In Extra Virgin Olive Oil Canned Seafood 227kcal 27.3Protein 13.6Fat 0Carbs PAW Brands LLC Pilchard Sardines In Olive Oil, Olive Oil Canned Seafood High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 208kcal 23.3Protein 13.3Fat 0Carbs
Sardines (12 products) Salt (7 products) Soybean Oil (3 products) Sea Salt (3 products) Extra Virgin Olive Oil (3 products) Water (3 products) Olive Oil (3 products) Vinegar And Laurel (1 products) Cucumber (1 products) Tomato Concentrate (1 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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