Is fresh mozzarella keto?

Fresh mozzarella

Keto-friendly Yes — fresh mozzarella is keto-friendly.

Soft, milky and low in carbs — perfect for caprese salads.

Nutrition per serving

1 oz · 28 g
Net carbs
0.7g
Calories
84kcal
Protein
6.2g
Fat
6.2g
Total carbs
0.7 g
Fiber
0 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 3%

About 208 g of fresh mozzarella adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 7.4 typical servings.

Nutrition facts for fresh mozzarella
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories84 kcal299 kcal
Total carbohydrate0.7 g2.4 g
Dietary fiber0 g0 g
Net carbs0.7 g2.4 g
Sugars 0 g 0 g
Protein6.2 g22 g
Fat6.2 g22 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is fresh mozzarella keto?

Yes — fresh mozzarella is keto-friendly. Soft, milky and low in carbs — perfect for caprese salads.

How many net carbs are in fresh mozzarella?

1 oz (28 g) of fresh mozzarella has about 0.7 g net carbs (0.7 g total carbs minus 0 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 2.4 g net carbs.

How much fresh mozzarella can I eat on keto?

About 208 g of fresh mozzarella adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 7.4 typical servings. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 3% of your carbs.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #170845): Cheese, mozzarella, whole milk. 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 $9.97/lb — Our estimate of a typical supermarket price: $4.99 for 8 oz ball. How we estimate prices

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