Is Ketchup keto?
In moderation
Ketchup can fit a keto diet in small portions. A serving (1 tbsp (17 g)) has about 4.6 g of net carbs, roughly 18% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
The short answer
A quarter of ketchup is sugar. Use sugar-free ketchup or mustard.
A typical serving is 1 tbsp (17 g). That has 17 calories, 0.2 g protein, 0 g fat and 4.6 g net carbs (4.7 g total carbs − 0.1 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 ketchup
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 101 kcal · 27.1 g net carbs · 1 g protein · 0.1 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is ketchup keto?
Ketchup can fit a keto diet in small portions. A serving (1 tbsp (17 g)) has about 4.6 g of net carbs, roughly 18% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in ketchup?
A serving of ketchup (1 tbsp (17 g)) has about 4.7 g of total carbohydrates and 0.1 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 4.6 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 27.1 g of net carbs.
Can I eat ketchup on a keto diet?
In small portions, yes. A quarter of ketchup is sugar. Use sugar-free ketchup or mustard. Count it toward your daily net carb limit and keep the serving modest.
What can I eat instead of ketchup?
Lower-carb swaps include yellow mustard, mayonnaise, hot sauce.
More condiments & sauces
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