Is xanthan gum keto?
xanthan gum is keto: it has ~0 g of net carbs per 1 teaspoon, within the keto diet's 5 g-per-serving limit.
Net carbs = total − fiber
0 g
per 1 teaspoon
These are the carbs that count on keto: total carbs minus fiber.
With 0 g of net carbs per serving because all of its carbohydrates are soluble fiber, it is completely keto-friendly.
Nutrition facts for xanthan gum
0 g
Fat
0.2 g
Protein
2.4 g
Fiber
How many carbs are in xanthan gum?
xanthan gum has ~2 g of carbs and ~0 g of net carbs per 1 teaspoon (total carbs minus 2 g of fiber).
Why xanthan gum is keto?
On keto the goal is to stay under ~5 g of net carbs per serving; xanthan gum has 0 g per 1 teaspoon (2 g total − 2 g of fiber).
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Keto recipes with xanthan gum
Source: nutritional estimate (USDA-style reference) · Confidence: high
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: November 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: November 1, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
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