Is xanthan gum keto?
Xanthan gum
Keto-friendly Yes — xanthan gum is keto-friendly.
A tiny pinch thickens sauces and gravies like cornstarch would, with no net carbs.
Nutrition per serving
¼ tsp · 1 g- Net carbs
- 0g
- Calories
- 3kcal
- Protein
- 0g
- Fat
- 0g
- Total carbs
- 0.8 g
- Fiber
- 0.8 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 0%
0.0× the daily limit
Xanthan gum has virtually no net carbs, so portion size is about calories and fullness, not carbs.
| Nutrient | Per serving | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 3 kcal | 333 kcal |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 78 g |
| Dietary fiber | 0.8 g | 78 g |
| Net carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
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Frequently asked questions
Is xanthan gum keto?
Yes — xanthan gum is keto-friendly. A tiny pinch thickens sauces and gravies like cornstarch would, with no net carbs.
How many net carbs are in xanthan gum?
¼ tsp (1 g) of xanthan gum has about 0 g net carbs (0.8 g total carbs minus 0.8 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 0 g net carbs.
How much xanthan gum can I eat on keto?
Xanthan gum has virtually no net carbs, so portion size is about calories and fullness, not carbs. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 0% of your carbs.
What is a good keto substitute for xanthan gum?
See our full guide: keto substitutes for cornstarch & flour thickeners.
