Is Spaghetti squash (cooked) keto?
Not keto-friendly
No, spaghetti squash (cooked) is not keto-friendly. A serving (1 cup (155 g)) has about 8.4 g of net carbs, about 34% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
The short answer
A lower-carb pasta stand-in when portions are controlled.
A typical serving is 1 cup (155 g). That has 48 calories, 0.9 g protein, 0.9 g fat and 8.4 g net carbs (10.7 g total carbs − 2.3 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 spaghetti squash (cooked)
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 31 kcal · 5.4 g net carbs · 0.6 g protein · 0.6 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is spaghetti squash (cooked) keto?
No, spaghetti squash (cooked) is not keto-friendly. A serving (1 cup (155 g)) has about 8.4 g of net carbs, about 34% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in spaghetti squash (cooked)?
A serving of spaghetti squash (cooked) (1 cup (155 g)) has about 10.7 g of total carbohydrates and 2.3 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 8.4 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 5.4 g of net carbs.
Can I eat spaghetti squash (cooked) on a keto diet?
Most people on keto avoid it. A lower-carb pasta stand-in when portions are controlled. If you want to fit it in, treat it as an occasional small portion and count the carbs.
What can I eat instead of spaghetti squash (cooked)?
Lower-carb swaps include cauliflower, broccoli, green beans, zucchini.
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