Edamame is keto only in small portions: it has ~5 g of net carbs per 1 cup (shelled), against the keto diet's 5 g-per-serving limit.
Net carbs
5 g
per 1 cup (shelled)
These are the carbs that count on keto: total carbs minus fiber.
It has about 5.7 g of net carbs per cup, and it's easy to overeat when snacking.
Nutrition facts for edamame
8.1 g
Fat
18.5 g
Protein
8.1 g
Fiber
Why edamame is keto only in small portions?
On keto the goal is to stay under ~5 g of net carbs per serving; edamame has 5 g per 1 cup (shelled) (13 g total − 8 g of fiber).
How much edamame can I eat on keto?
To stay under 5 g of net carbs, the limit is ~136 g of edamame.
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Source: nutritional estimate (USDA-style reference) · Confidence: high
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: July 1, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: July 1, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
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