Is flaxseed (ground) keto?

Flaxseed (ground)

Keto-friendly Yes — flaxseed (ground) is keto-friendly.

Almost all fiber. Ground flax makes egg-free binders, wraps, crackers and hot cereal.

Nutrition per serving

2 tbsp ground · 14 g
Net carbs
0.2g
Calories
75kcal
Protein
2.6g
Fat
5.9g
Total carbs
4 g
Fiber
3.8 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 1%

About 313 g of flaxseed (ground) adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 22 typical servings.

Nutrition facts for flaxseed (ground)
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories75 kcal534 kcal
Total carbohydrate4 g29 g
Dietary fiber3.8 g27 g
Net carbs0.2 g1.6 g
Sugars 0.2 g 1.6 g
Protein2.6 g18 g
Fat5.9 g42 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is flaxseed (ground) keto?

Yes — flaxseed (ground) is keto-friendly. Almost all fiber. Ground flax makes egg-free binders, wraps, crackers and hot cereal.

How many net carbs are in flaxseed (ground)?

2 tbsp ground (14 g) of flaxseed (ground) has about 0.2 g net carbs (4 g total carbs minus 3.8 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 1.6 g net carbs.

How much flaxseed (ground) can I eat on keto?

About 313 g of flaxseed (ground) adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 22 typical servings. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 1% of your carbs.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #169414): Seeds, flaxseed. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Keto-friendly — Low in net carbs per typical serving (about 5 g or less). Fits easily into a 20–30 g daily limit. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

Typical price: about $4.49/lb — Our estimate of a typical supermarket price: $4.49 for 16 oz bag, ground. How we estimate prices

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