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Is Potato (baked) keto?

Not keto-friendly

No, potato (baked) is not keto-friendly. A serving (1 medium (173 g)) has about 32.5 g of net carbs, more than a typical 25 g daily limit.

Share of a 25 g net-carb day130%

The short answer

Starchy and a classic keto no. One medium potato can use your whole day's carbs.

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A typical serving is 1 medium (173 g). That has 161 calories, 4.3 g protein, 0.2 g fat and 32.5 g net carbs (36.3 g total carbs − 3.8 g fiber).

How many servings fit in your carb budget?

0servings at 20 g/day
0servings at 25 g/day
1servings at 50 g/day

Based on using your entire daily net-carb limit on this one food, which you would not do in practice.

Lower-carb swaps for potato (baked)

Nutrition facts

Serving size1 medium (173 g)
Calories161
Total fat0.2 g
Total carbohydrate36.3 g
Dietary fiber3.8 g
Net carbs32.5 g
Protein4.3 g

Per 100 g: 93 kcal · 18.8 g net carbs · 2.5 g protein · 0.1 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is potato (baked) keto?

No, potato (baked) is not keto-friendly. A serving (1 medium (173 g)) has about 32.5 g of net carbs, more than a typical 25 g daily limit.

How many carbs are in potato (baked)?

A serving of potato (baked) (1 medium (173 g)) has about 36.3 g of total carbohydrates and 3.8 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 32.5 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 18.8 g of net carbs.

Can I eat potato (baked) on a keto diet?

Most people on keto avoid it. Starchy and a classic keto no. One medium potato can use your whole day's 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 potato (baked)?

Lower-carb swaps include cauliflower, radishes, turnip, rutabaga.

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