Is parmesan keto?

Parmesan

Keto-friendly Yes — parmesan is keto-friendly.

Hard, salty and nearly carb-free. Bake into crisps or use as a breading.

Nutrition per serving

1 oz · 28 g
Net carbs
0.9g
Calories
110kcal
Protein
10g
Fat
7g
Total carbs
0.9 g
Fiber
0 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 5%

About 156 g of parmesan adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 5.6 typical servings.

Nutrition facts for parmesan
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories110 kcal392 kcal
Total carbohydrate0.9 g3.2 g
Dietary fiber0 g0 g
Net carbs0.9 g3.2 g
Sugars 0 g 0.1 g
Protein10 g36 g
Fat7 g25 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is parmesan keto?

Yes — parmesan is keto-friendly. Hard, salty and nearly carb-free. Bake into crisps or use as a breading.

How many net carbs are in parmesan?

1 oz (28 g) of parmesan has about 0.9 g net carbs (0.9 g total carbs minus 0 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 3.2 g net carbs.

How much parmesan can I eat on keto?

About 156 g of parmesan adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 5.6 typical servings. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 5% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for parmesan?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #170848): Cheese, parmesan, hard. 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 $15.94/lb — Our estimate of a typical supermarket price: $4.99 for 5 oz wedge or grated. How we estimate prices

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