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In moderation
yes, in small amounts

Lime

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Is Lime keto?

Lime is keto only in small portions: it has ~5 g of net carbs per 1 medium lime, against the keto diet's 5 g-per-serving limit.

Net carbs = total − fiber

5 g

per 1 medium lime

These are the carbs that count on keto: total carbs minus fiber.

One medium lime contains 5.2g of net carbs, which is just above the limit for a keto-friendly food.

Nutrition facts for lime

0.1 g
Fat
0.5 g
Protein
1.9 g
Fiber

How many carbs are in lime?

Lime has ~7 g of carbs and ~5 g of net carbs per 1 medium lime (total carbs minus 1 g of fiber).

Why lime is keto only in small portions?

On keto the goal is to stay under ~5 g of net carbs per serving; lime has 5 g per 1 medium lime (7 g total − 1 g of fiber).

How much lime can I eat on keto?

To stay under 5 g of net carbs, the limit is ~64 g of lime.

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Source: nutritional estimate (USDA-style reference) · Confidence: low
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: July 5, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
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