Is mexican rice keto?

Mexican rice

Not keto No — mexican rice is not keto-friendly.

Rice toasted in oil and simmered with tomato and broth — about 35 g net carbs per cup, and it comes with nearly every Tex-Mex plate. Ask for extra fajita vegetables or a side salad instead, or make it with cauliflower rice.

Nutrition per serving

1 cup · 116 g
Net carbs
35g
Calories
215kcal
Protein
3.8g
Fat
6.1g
Total carbs
36 g
Fiber
1.4 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 174%

About 16.7 g of mexican rice adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 14% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for mexican rice
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories215 kcal185 kcal
Total carbohydrate36 g31 g
Dietary fiber1.4 g1.2 g
Net carbs35 g30 g
Sugars 1.5 g 1.3 g
Protein3.8 g3.3 g
Fat6.1 g5.3 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is mexican rice keto?

No — mexican rice is not keto-friendly. Rice toasted in oil and simmered with tomato and broth — about 35 g net carbs per cup, and it comes with nearly every Tex-Mex plate. Ask for extra fajita vegetables or a side salad instead, or make it with cauliflower rice.

How many net carbs are in mexican rice?

1 cup (116 g) of mexican rice has about 35 g net carbs (36 g total carbs minus 1.4 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 30 g net carbs.

How much mexican rice can I eat on keto?

About 16.7 g of mexican rice adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 14% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 174% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for mexican rice?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #167665): Restaurant, Mexican, spanish rice. 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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