Is Cucumber keto?
In moderation
Cucumber can fit a keto diet in small portions. A serving (1 cup sliced (104 g)) has about 3.2 g of net carbs, roughly 13% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
The short answer
A refreshing, nearly carb-free snack and cracker substitute.
A typical serving is 1 cup sliced (104 g). That has 16 calories, 0.7 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 3.2 g net carbs (3.7 g total carbs − 0.5 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 cucumber
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 15 kcal · 3.1 g net carbs · 0.7 g protein · 0.1 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is cucumber keto?
Cucumber can fit a keto diet in small portions. A serving (1 cup sliced (104 g)) has about 3.2 g of net carbs, roughly 13% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in cucumber?
A serving of cucumber (1 cup sliced (104 g)) has about 3.7 g of total carbohydrates and 0.5 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 3.2 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 3.1 g of net carbs.
Can I eat cucumber on a keto diet?
In small portions, yes. A refreshing, nearly carb-free snack and cracker substitute. Count it toward your daily net carb limit and keep the serving modest.
What can I eat instead of cucumber?
Lower-carb swaps include cauliflower, broccoli, green beans, zucchini.
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