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Keto seafood: which ones fit and which don't
Which fish and shellfish you can eat on keto — nearly all, with the breaded exceptions — ranked by net carbs per serving.
Yes, there are keto-friendly seafood options. The best: fish, Anchovy, and Swordfish. Below, the list with each verdict and net carbs per serving.
Yes
fish
0 g net
/ 1 fillet
Yes
Anchovy
0 g net
/ 2 oz
Yes
Swordfish
0 g net
/ 1 fillet
Yes
Sole
0 g net
/ 1 fillet
Yes
Tuna
0 g net
/ 1 fillet
Yes
Cod
0 g net
/ 1 fillet
Yes
Sardine
0 g net
/ 3.75 oz can (drained solids)
Yes
Hake
0 g net
/ 1 fillet
Yes
sea bass
0 g net
/ 1 fillet
Yes
Salmon
0 g net
/ 1 fillet
Yes
Croaker
0 g net
/ 1 fillet
Yes
Crab
0 g net
/ 1 serving (approximately 1 leg or claw meat)
Yes
Trout
0 g net
/ 1 fillet
Yes
Shrimp
0 g net
/ 3 ounces
Yes
Lobster
0 g net
/ 1 medium lobster tail
Yes
Squid
3 g net
/ 1 serving
Yes
Scallops
3 g net
/ 3 ounces
Yes
Clams
3 g net
/ 3 ounces (approx. 8-10 small clams)
Yes
Mussel
3 g net
/ 3 ounces (approx. 6-8 medium mussels)
Yes
Octopus
4 g net
/ 1 serving
In moderation
Oyster
6 g net
/ 6 medium oysters
Frequently asked questions
Which seafood can I eat on keto?
On keto you can eat fish, Anchovy, Swordfish, and Sole, with few net carbs per serving.
