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Is Basil (Fresh) keto?

Basil (Fresh), is it keto?
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Keto-friendly

Yes, fresh basil has about 0g net carbs per tablespoon, a keto-friendly herb for pesto and Italian dishes.

100/100
KarbZilla Keto Score
Excellent for keto
Fits a keto day: Effectively unlimited
Macro split
0% fat50% protein50% carbs
Net carbs
0g
Protein
0.1g
Fat
0g
Calories
1

Values per 1 tbsp (3g), referenced from USDA FoodData Central. Reviewed by the KarbZilla team · how we score

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