Is Cashews keto?
In moderation
Cashews can fit a keto diet in small portions. A serving (1 oz (28 g)) has about 7.5 g of net carbs, roughly 30% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
The short answer
Among the highest-carb nuts, at about 8 net carbs an ounce.
A typical serving is 1 oz (28 g). That has 155 calories, 5 g protein, 12.3 g fat and 7.5 g net carbs (8.4 g total carbs − 0.9 g fiber).
How many servings fit in your carb budget?
Based on using your entire daily net-carb limit on this one food, which you would not do in practice.
Lower-carb swaps for cashews
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 553 kcal · 26.7 g net carbs · 18 g protein · 44 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is cashews keto?
Cashews can fit a keto diet in small portions. A serving (1 oz (28 g)) has about 7.5 g of net carbs, roughly 30% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in cashews?
A serving of cashews (1 oz (28 g)) has about 8.4 g of total carbohydrates and 0.9 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 7.5 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 26.7 g of net carbs.
Can I eat cashews on a keto diet?
In small portions, yes. Among the highest-carb nuts, at about 8 net carbs an ounce. Count it toward your daily net carb limit and keep the serving modest.
What can I eat instead of cashews?
Lower-carb swaps include pecans, macadamia nuts, almonds, walnuts.
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