Is clam chowder keto?

Clam chowder

Not keto No — clam chowder is not keto-friendly.

Potatoes and flour make a cup of New England clam chowder about 19 g net carbs. A keto chowder uses cauliflower and heavy cream.

Nutrition per serving

1 cup · 254 g
Net carbs
19g
Calories
201kcal
Protein
6.6g
Fat
10g
Total carbs
21 g
Fiber
2.5 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 93%

About 68.5 g of clam chowder adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 27% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for clam chowder
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories201 kcal79 kcal
Total carbohydrate21 g8.3 g
Dietary fiber2.5 g1 g
Net carbs19 g7.3 g
Sugars 0.6 g 0.2 g
Protein6.6 g2.6 g
Fat10 g3.9 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is clam chowder keto?

No — clam chowder is not keto-friendly. Potatoes and flour make a cup of New England clam chowder about 19 g net carbs. A keto chowder uses cauliflower and heavy cream.

How many net carbs are in clam chowder?

1 cup (254 g) of clam chowder has about 19 g net carbs (21 g total carbs minus 2.5 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 7.3 g net carbs.

How much clam chowder can I eat on keto?

About 68.5 g of clam chowder adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 27% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 93% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for clam chowder?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #174062): Soup, clam chowder, new england, canned, ready-to-serve. 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.

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