Is acorn squash keto?

Acorn squash

Not keto No — acorn squash is not keto-friendly.

A sweet, starchy winter squash: a cup of baked cubes has about 21 g net carbs. A few bites fit; a stuffed half-squash usually doesn't.

Nutrition per serving

1 cup cubed (baked) · 205 g
Net carbs
21g
Calories
115kcal
Protein
2.3g
Fat
0.3g
Total carbs
30 g
Fiber
9 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 105%

About 49 g of acorn squash adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 24% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for acorn squash
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories115 kcal56 kcal
Total carbohydrate30 g15 g
Dietary fiber9 g4.4 g
Net carbs21 g10 g
Protein2.3 g1.1 g
Fat0.3 g0.1 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is acorn squash keto?

No — acorn squash is not keto-friendly. A sweet, starchy winter squash: a cup of baked cubes has about 21 g net carbs. A few bites fit; a stuffed half-squash usually doesn't.

How many net carbs are in acorn squash?

1 cup cubed (baked) (205 g) of acorn squash has about 21 g net carbs (30 g total carbs minus 9 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 10 g net carbs.

How much acorn squash can I eat on keto?

About 49 g of acorn squash adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 24% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 105% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for acorn squash?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #169293): Squash, winter, acorn, cooked, baked, without salt. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

Typical price: about $2.87/lb — USDA ERS 2023 average (acorn squash, fresh: $1.24/lb as sold, 46% usable), adjusted +6% for inflation to September 2026. How we estimate prices

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