Are nuts keto?
Each 1 oz (28.4 g) serving of mixed nuts has 4.6 g net carbs and fits within measured portions.
- Net carbohydrates
- 4.6 g
- Total carbohydrates
- The amount comes to 6.4 grams.
- Fiber
- The amount comes to 1.8 grams.
- Protein
- The amount comes to 5.5 grams.
- Fat
- The amount comes to 15.2 grams.
- Calories
- Contains 172 kcal
This amount accounts for 23% of a 20 g keto day
Nuts and seeds with fewer carbs
| Food | Serving | Net carbs (g) |
|---|---|---|
| Sesame seeds | 1 tbsp (9 g) | 1 |
| Pecans | 1 oz, 19 halves (28.4 g) | 1.2 |
Nuts within a keto diet
A 1 oz (28.4 g) serving of nuts provides 4.6 g net carbs, which makes up 23% of a 20 g keto day.
Nuts have 4.6 g per serving and fit within measured portions. A total of 4 servings would use up the 20 g day.
That same serving of nuts contains 5.5 g protein and 15.2 g fat, with 172 kcal overall.
Net carbs come from 6.4 g total carbs minus the 1.8 g of fiber found in nuts.
To eat fewer carbs than nuts, choose ground flaxseed: each 1 tbsp (7 g) serving has 0.1 g net carbs.
Nutrition information from USDA FoodData Central: Dry-roasted mixed nuts with peanuts and no added salt (FDC 170585)