Is mozzarella (shredded) keto?

Mozzarella (shredded)

Keto-friendly Yes — mozzarella (shredded) is keto-friendly.

Low-moisture mozzarella melts beautifully and is the key ingredient in fathead dough.

Nutrition per serving

1 oz · 28 g
Net carbs
0.7g
Calories
89kcal
Protein
6g
Fat
6.9g
Total carbs
0.7 g
Fiber
0 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 3%

About 200 g of mozzarella (shredded) adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 7.1 typical servings.

Nutrition facts for mozzarella (shredded)
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories89 kcal318 kcal
Total carbohydrate0.7 g2.5 g
Dietary fiber0 g0 g
Net carbs0.7 g2.5 g
Sugars 0.3 g 1 g
Protein6 g22 g
Fat6.9 g25 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is mozzarella (shredded) keto?

Yes — mozzarella (shredded) is keto-friendly. Low-moisture mozzarella melts beautifully and is the key ingredient in fathead dough.

How many net carbs are in mozzarella (shredded)?

1 oz (28 g) of mozzarella (shredded) has about 0.7 g net carbs (0.7 g total carbs minus 0 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 2.5 g net carbs.

How much mozzarella (shredded) can I eat on keto?

About 200 g of mozzarella (shredded) adds up to 5 g net carbs — roughly 7.1 typical servings. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 3% of your carbs.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #170846): Cheese, mozzarella, whole milk, low moisture. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Keto-friendly — Low in net carbs per typical serving (about 5 g or less). Fits easily into a 20–30 g daily limit. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

Typical price: about $5.57/lb — Our estimate of a typical supermarket price: $2.79 for 8 oz shredded. How we estimate prices

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