Are rice and beans keto?

Rice and beans

Not keto No — rice and beans are not keto-friendly.

Rice and black beans together come to about 31 g net carbs per cup — a staple side that doesn't fit keto. Ask for extra meat, avocado or a side salad instead, or make cauliflower rice with black soybeans.

Nutrition per serving

1 cup · 146 g
Net carbs
31g
Calories
220kcal
Protein
6.8g
Fat
5.6g
Total carbs
36 g
Fiber
5 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 154%

About 23.8 g of rice and beans adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 16% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for rice and beans
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories220 kcal151 kcal
Total carbohydrate36 g24 g
Dietary fiber5 g3.4 g
Net carbs31 g21 g
Sugars 1.3 g 0.9 g
Protein6.8 g4.6 g
Fat5.6 g3.9 g

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Frequently asked questions

Are rice and beans keto?

No — rice and beans are not keto-friendly. Rice and black beans together come to about 31 g net carbs per cup — a staple side that doesn't fit keto. Ask for extra meat, avocado or a side salad instead, or make cauliflower rice with black soybeans.

How many net carbs are in rice and beans?

1 cup (146 g) of rice and beans has about 31 g net carbs (36 g total carbs minus 5 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 21 g net carbs.

How much rice and beans can I eat on keto?

About 23.8 g of rice and beans adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 16% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 154% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for rice and beans?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #168064): Restaurant, Latino, Arroz con frijoles negros (rice and black beans). 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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