Is grapefruit keto?

Grapefruit

Not keto No — grapefruit is not keto-friendly.

Half a grapefruit has about 11 g net carbs. If you love citrus, use lemon and lime instead.

Nutrition per serving

½ grapefruit · 123 g
Net carbs
11g
Calories
52kcal
Protein
0.9g
Fat
0.2g
Total carbs
13 g
Fiber
2 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 55%

About 54.9 g of grapefruit adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 45% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for grapefruit
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories52 kcal42 kcal
Total carbohydrate13 g11 g
Dietary fiber2 g1.6 g
Net carbs11 g9.1 g
Sugars 8.5 g 6.9 g
Protein0.9 g0.8 g
Fat0.2 g0.1 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is grapefruit keto?

No — grapefruit is not keto-friendly. Half a grapefruit has about 11 g net carbs. If you love citrus, use lemon and lime instead.

How many net carbs are in grapefruit?

½ grapefruit (123 g) of grapefruit has about 11 g net carbs (13 g total carbs minus 2 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 9.1 g net carbs.

How much grapefruit can I eat on keto?

About 54.9 g of grapefruit adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 45% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 55% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for grapefruit?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #174673): Grapefruit, raw, pink and red, all areas. 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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