The short answer
A starchy legume.
A typical serving is ½ cup cooked (88 g). That has 112 calories, 7.7 g protein, 0.4 g fat and 14.4 g net carbs (20.1 g total carbs − 5.6 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 kidney beans
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 127 kcal · 16.4 g net carbs · 8.7 g protein · 0.5 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is kidney beans keto?
No, kidney beans is not keto-friendly. A serving (½ cup cooked (88 g)) has about 14.4 g of net carbs, about 58% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in kidney beans?
A serving of kidney beans (½ cup cooked (88 g)) has about 20.1 g of total carbohydrates and 5.6 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 14.4 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 16.4 g of net carbs.
Can I eat kidney beans on a keto diet?
Most people on keto avoid it. A starchy legume. If you want to fit it in, treat it as an occasional small portion and count the carbs.
What can I eat instead of kidney beans?
Lower-carb swaps include edamame (shelled), tofu (firm), almonds, pumpkin seeds.
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