Is lotus root keto?

Lotus root

Not keto No — lotus root is not keto-friendly.

Pretty and crunchy, but starchy: ten slices of cooked lotus root have about 11 g net carbs.

Nutrition per serving

10 slices (cooked) · 89 g
Net carbs
12g
Calories
59kcal
Protein
1.4g
Fat
0.1g
Total carbs
14 g
Fiber
2.8 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 57%

About 38.8 g of lotus root adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 44% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for lotus root
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories59 kcal66 kcal
Total carbohydrate14 g16 g
Dietary fiber2.8 g3.1 g
Net carbs12 g13 g
Sugars 0.4 g 0.5 g
Protein1.4 g1.6 g
Fat0.1 g0.1 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is lotus root keto?

No — lotus root is not keto-friendly. Pretty and crunchy, but starchy: ten slices of cooked lotus root have about 11 g net carbs.

How many net carbs are in lotus root?

10 slices (cooked) (89 g) of lotus root has about 12 g net carbs (14 g total carbs minus 2.8 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 13 g net carbs.

How much lotus root can I eat on keto?

About 38.8 g of lotus root adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 44% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 57% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for lotus root?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #168430): Lotus root, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt. 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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