The short answer
Naturally slightly higher in carbs than other seafood, but still low.
A typical serving is 4 oz cooked (113 g). That has 125 calories, 23.7 g protein, 0.9 g fat and 6.1 g net carbs (6.1 g total carbs − 0 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 scallops
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 111 kcal · 5.4 g net carbs · 21 g protein · 0.8 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is scallops keto?
Scallops can fit a keto diet in small portions. A serving (4 oz cooked (113 g)) has about 6.1 g of net carbs, roughly 24% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in scallops?
A serving of scallops (4 oz cooked (113 g)) has about 6.1 g of total carbohydrates and 0 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 6.1 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 5.4 g of net carbs.
Can I eat scallops on a keto diet?
In small portions, yes. Naturally slightly higher in carbs than other seafood, but still low. Count it toward your daily net carb limit and keep the serving modest.
What can I eat instead of scallops?
Lower-carb swaps include salmon, shrimp, cod.
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