Is Green peas keto?
Not keto-friendly
No, green peas is not keto-friendly. A serving (½ cup cooked (80 g)) has about 8.1 g of net carbs, about 32% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
The short answer
Starchier than most vegetables; use only a spoonful.
A typical serving is ½ cup cooked (80 g). That has 67 calories, 4.3 g protein, 0.2 g fat and 8.1 g net carbs (12.5 g total carbs − 4.4 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 green peas
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 84 kcal · 10.1 g net carbs · 5.4 g protein · 0.2 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is green peas keto?
No, green peas is not keto-friendly. A serving (½ cup cooked (80 g)) has about 8.1 g of net carbs, about 32% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in green peas?
A serving of green peas (½ cup cooked (80 g)) has about 12.5 g of total carbohydrates and 4.4 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 8.1 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 10.1 g of net carbs.
Can I eat green peas on a keto diet?
Most people on keto avoid it. Starchier than most vegetables; use only a spoonful. If you want to fit it in, treat it as an occasional small portion and count the carbs.
What can I eat instead of green peas?
Lower-carb swaps include cauliflower, broccoli, green beans, zucchini.
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