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soybean

Legume

Also: soya bean and soybeans

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Is soybean keto?

soybean is keto only in small portions: it has ~4 g of net carbs per 1 cup cooked, against the keto diet's 5 g-per-serving limit.

Net carbs = total − fiber

4 g

per 1 cup cooked

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

Although the net carbs of this serving are 4 grams, as a legume-based food it is easy to overeat and should be consumed with moderation.

Nutrition facts for soybean

15.4 g
Fat
28.6 g
Protein
10.3 g
Fiber

How many carbs are in soybean?

soybean has ~14 g of carbs and ~4 g of net carbs per 1 cup cooked (total carbs minus 10 g of fiber).

Why soybean is keto only in small portions?

On keto the goal is to stay under ~5 g of net carbs per serving; soybean has 4 g per 1 cup cooked (14 g total − 10 g of fiber).

How much soybean can I eat on keto?

To stay under 5 g of net carbs, the limit is ~215 g of soybean.

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Source: nutritional estimate (USDA-style reference) · Confidence: high
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: September 8, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
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