Are turnips keto?

Turnips

Keto-friendly Yes — turnips are keto-friendly.

Higher than leafy greens but a fraction of a potato. Great mashed, roasted or cut into fries.

Nutrition per serving

1 cup cubed · 130 g
Net carbs
6g
Calories
36kcal
Protein
1.2g
Fat
0.1g
Total carbs
8.4 g
Fiber
2.3 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 30%

About 109 g of turnips adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 84% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for turnips
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories36 kcal28 kcal
Total carbohydrate8.4 g6.4 g
Dietary fiber2.3 g1.8 g
Net carbs6 g4.6 g
Sugars 4.9 g 3.8 g
Protein1.2 g0.9 g
Fat0.1 g0.1 g

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Frequently asked questions

Are turnips keto?

Yes — turnips are keto-friendly. Higher than leafy greens but a fraction of a potato. Great mashed, roasted or cut into fries.

How many net carbs are in turnips?

1 cup cubed (130 g) of turnips has about 6 g net carbs (8.4 g total carbs minus 2.3 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 4.6 g net carbs.

How much turnips can I eat on keto?

About 109 g of turnips adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 84% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 30% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for turnips?

See our full guide: keto substitutes for potatoes.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #170465): Turnips, raw. 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 $1.49/lb — Our estimate of a typical supermarket price: $1.49 for 1 lb. How we estimate prices

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