Is watermelon keto?

Watermelon

Not keto No — watermelon is not keto-friendly.

Mostly water, but a cup still has around 11 g net carbs. A few cubes can fit occasionally.

Nutrition per serving

1 cup diced · 152 g
Net carbs
11g
Calories
46kcal
Protein
0.9g
Fat
0.2g
Total carbs
12 g
Fiber
0.6 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 55%

About 69.4 g of watermelon adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 46% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for watermelon
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories46 kcal30 kcal
Total carbohydrate12 g7.6 g
Dietary fiber0.6 g0.4 g
Net carbs11 g7.2 g
Sugars 9.4 g 6.2 g
Protein0.9 g0.6 g
Fat0.2 g0.2 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is watermelon keto?

No — watermelon is not keto-friendly. Mostly water, but a cup still has around 11 g net carbs. A few cubes can fit occasionally.

How many net carbs are in watermelon?

1 cup diced (152 g) of watermelon has about 11 g net carbs (12 g total carbs minus 0.6 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 7.2 g net carbs.

How much watermelon can I eat on keto?

About 69.4 g of watermelon adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 46% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 55% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for watermelon?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #167765): Watermelon, 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.

Typical price: about $0.83/lb — USDA ERS 2023 average (watermelon, fresh: $0.41/lb as sold, 52% usable), adjusted +6% for inflation to September 2026. How we estimate prices

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