Are scallops keto?

Scallops

Keto-friendly Yes — scallops are keto-friendly.

Unlike fish, shellfish like scallops contain a few natural carbs — still very keto-friendly.

Nutrition per serving

3 oz raw · 85 g
Net carbs
2.7g
Calories
59kcal
Protein
10g
Fat
0.4g
Total carbs
2.7 g
Fiber
0 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 14%

About 156 g of scallops adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 1.8 typical servings.

Nutrition facts for scallops
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories59 kcal69 kcal
Total carbohydrate2.7 g3.2 g
Dietary fiber0 g0 g
Net carbs2.7 g3.2 g
Sugars 0 g 0 g
Protein10 g12 g
Fat0.4 g0.5 g

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Frequently asked questions

Are scallops keto?

Yes — scallops are keto-friendly. Unlike fish, shellfish like scallops contain a few natural carbs — still very keto-friendly.

How many net carbs are in scallops?

3 oz raw (85 g) of scallops has about 2.7 g net carbs (2.7 g total carbs minus 0 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 3.2 g net carbs.

How much scallops can I eat on keto?

About 156 g of scallops adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 1.8 typical servings. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 14% of your carbs.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #174220): Mollusks, scallop, mixed species, raw. 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 $19.99/lb — Our estimate of a typical supermarket price: $19.99 for 1 lb. How we estimate prices

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