Is Popcorn (air-popped) keto?
Not keto-friendly
No, popcorn (air-popped) is not keto-friendly. A serving (3 cups (24 g)) has about 15.1 g of net carbs, about 60% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
The short answer
A whole-grain snack, but three cups is about 15 net carbs.
A typical serving is 3 cups (24 g). That has 93 calories, 3.1 g protein, 1.1 g fat and 15.1 g net carbs (18.7 g total carbs − 3.6 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 popcorn (air-popped)
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 387 kcal · 63 g net carbs · 13 g protein · 4.5 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is popcorn (air-popped) keto?
No, popcorn (air-popped) is not keto-friendly. A serving (3 cups (24 g)) has about 15.1 g of net carbs, about 60% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in popcorn (air-popped)?
A serving of popcorn (air-popped) (3 cups (24 g)) has about 18.7 g of total carbohydrates and 3.6 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 15.1 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 63 g of net carbs.
Can I eat popcorn (air-popped) on a keto diet?
Most people on keto avoid it. A whole-grain snack, but three cups is about 15 net carbs. If you want to fit it in, treat it as an occasional small portion and count the carbs.
What can I eat instead of popcorn (air-popped)?
Lower-carb swaps include cauliflower, zucchini, shirataki noodles, spaghetti squash (cooked).
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