Is falafel keto?
Falafel
Fried chickpea patties have about 16 g net carbs for three, before the pita. A shawarma or kebab plate with salad and tahini is the keto order.
Nutrition per serving
3 patties · 51 g- Net carbs
- 16g
- Calories
- 170kcal
- Protein
- 6.8g
- Fat
- 9.1g
- Total carbs
- 16 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
About 15.7 g of falafel adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 31% of a typical serving.
| Nutrient | Per serving | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 kcal | 333 kcal |
| Total carbohydrate | 16 g | 32 g |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Net carbs | 16 g | 32 g |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 13 g |
| Fat | 9.1 g | 18 g |
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Frequently asked questions
Is falafel keto?
No — falafel is not keto-friendly. Fried chickpea patties have about 16 g net carbs for three, before the pita. A shawarma or kebab plate with salad and tahini is the keto order.
How many net carbs are in falafel?
3 patties (51 g) of falafel has about 16 g net carbs (16 g total carbs minus 0 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 32 g net carbs.
How much falafel can I eat on keto?
About 15.7 g of falafel adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 31% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 81% of your carbs.
What is a good keto substitute for falafel?
Try tahini, ground lamb, cucumber. See our full guide: keto substitutes for beans & legumes.