Are chestnuts keto?

Chestnuts

Not keto No — chestnuts are not keto-friendly.

Unlike other nuts, chestnuts are mostly starch.

Nutrition per serving

1 oz · 28 g
Net carbs
13g
Calories
69kcal
Protein
0.9g
Fat
0.6g
Total carbs
15 g
Fiber
1.4 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 67%

About 10.4 g of chestnuts adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 37% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for chestnuts
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories69 kcal245 kcal
Total carbohydrate15 g53 g
Dietary fiber1.4 g5.1 g
Net carbs13 g48 g
Sugars 3 g 11 g
Protein0.9 g3.2 g
Fat0.6 g2.2 g

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Frequently asked questions

Are chestnuts keto?

No — chestnuts are not keto-friendly. Unlike other nuts, chestnuts are mostly starch.

How many net carbs are in chestnuts?

1 oz (28 g) of chestnuts has about 13 g net carbs (15 g total carbs minus 1.4 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 48 g net carbs.

How much chestnuts can I eat on keto?

About 10.4 g of chestnuts adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 37% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 67% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for chestnuts?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #170190): Nuts, chestnuts, european, roasted. 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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