Is pomegranate keto?

Pomegranate

Not keto No — pomegranate is not keto-friendly.

Half a cup of seeds has about 13 g net carbs. A tablespoon as garnish is the most you'll want.

Nutrition per serving

½ cup arils · 87 g
Net carbs
13g
Calories
72kcal
Protein
1.5g
Fat
1g
Total carbs
16 g
Fiber
3.5 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 64%

About 34 g of pomegranate adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 39% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for pomegranate
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories72 kcal83 kcal
Total carbohydrate16 g19 g
Dietary fiber3.5 g4 g
Net carbs13 g15 g
Sugars 12 g 14 g
Protein1.5 g1.7 g
Fat1 g1.2 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is pomegranate keto?

No — pomegranate is not keto-friendly. Half a cup of seeds has about 13 g net carbs. A tablespoon as garnish is the most you'll want.

How many net carbs are in pomegranate?

½ cup arils (87 g) of pomegranate has about 13 g net carbs (16 g total carbs minus 3.5 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 15 g net carbs.

How much pomegranate can I eat on keto?

About 34 g of pomegranate adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 39% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 64% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for pomegranate?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #169134): Pomegranates, raw. 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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