Is dragon fruit keto?

Dragon fruit

Not keto No — dragon fruit is not keto-friendly.

Mild and striking, but USDA lists about 14 g net carbs per 100 g, so a cup of cubes has roughly 24 g. A few cubes can fit occasionally.

Nutrition per serving

1 cup cubed · 170 g
Net carbs
25g
Calories
116kcal
Protein
1.2g
Fat
0.4g
Total carbs
28 g
Fiber
3.1 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 123%

About 34.7 g of dragon fruit adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 20% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for dragon fruit
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories116 kcal68 kcal
Total carbohydrate28 g16 g
Dietary fiber3.1 g1.8 g
Net carbs25 g14 g
Sugars 20 g 12 g
Protein1.2 g0.7 g
Fat0.4 g0.2 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is dragon fruit keto?

No — dragon fruit is not keto-friendly. Mild and striking, but USDA lists about 14 g net carbs per 100 g, so a cup of cubes has roughly 24 g. A few cubes can fit occasionally.

How many net carbs are in dragon fruit?

1 cup cubed (170 g) of dragon fruit has about 25 g net carbs (28 g total carbs minus 3.1 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 14 g net carbs.

How much dragon fruit can I eat on keto?

About 34.7 g of dragon fruit adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 20% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 123% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for dragon fruit?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central, Survey (FNDDS) #2709234: Dragon fruit. 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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