Tempeh is keto only in small portions: it has ~9 g of net carbs per 1 serving (100 g), against the keto diet's 5 g-per-serving limit.
Net carbs
9 g
per 1 serving (100 g)
These are the carbs that count on keto: total carbs minus fiber.
Provides about 9.4 g of net carbs per 100 g serving; it's a good source of protein, but you should watch the portion size.
Nutrition facts for tempeh
11 g
Fat
19 g
Protein
0 g
Fiber
Why tempeh is keto only in small portions?
On keto the goal is to stay under ~5 g of net carbs per serving; tempeh has 9 g per 1 serving (100 g) (9 g total − 0 g of fiber).
How much tempeh can I eat on keto?
To stay under 5 g of net carbs, the limit is ~53 g of tempeh. A better keto alternative is tofu.
Best keto alternative
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Source: nutritional estimate (USDA-style reference) · Confidence: medium
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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