Are bouillon cubes keto?

Bouillon cubes

Keto-friendly Yes — bouillon cubes are keto-friendly.

One cube makes a cup of broth for under 1 g net carbs, though many brands add a little sugar, maltodextrin or starch. Low-sodium versions are often higher in carbs, so check the label.

Nutrition per serving

1 cube · 4 g
Net carbs
0.7g
Calories
11kcal
Protein
0.7g
Fat
0.6g
Total carbs
0.7 g
Fiber
0 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 3%

About 27.8 g of bouillon cubes adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 6.9 typical servings.

Nutrition facts for bouillon cubes
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories11 kcal267 kcal
Total carbohydrate0.7 g18 g
Dietary fiber0 g0 g
Net carbs0.7 g18 g
Sugars 0.7 g 17 g
Protein0.7 g17 g
Fat0.6 g14 g

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Frequently asked questions

Are bouillon cubes keto?

Yes — bouillon cubes are keto-friendly. One cube makes a cup of broth for under 1 g net carbs, though many brands add a little sugar, maltodextrin or starch. Low-sodium versions are often higher in carbs, so check the label.

How many net carbs are in bouillon cubes?

1 cube (4 g) of bouillon cubes has about 0.7 g net carbs (0.7 g total carbs minus 0 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 18 g net carbs.

How much bouillon cubes can I eat on keto?

About 27.8 g of bouillon cubes adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 6.9 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 #171562): Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry. 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.

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