Is Miso Paste keto?
OK in moderation
In moderation, miso paste has 21g net carbs per 100g, but you use it by the spoonful, so a tablespoon adds only about 2g net carbs to a broth or marinade.
35/100
KarbZilla Keto Score
Limit on keto
Fits a keto day: Under one serving
Macro split
26% fat23% protein51% carbs
Net carbs
21g
Protein
12g
Fat
6g
Calories
199
Values per 100g, referenced from USDA FoodData Central. Reviewed by the KarbZilla team · how we score
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Miso is a fermented soybean paste with a deep salty, savory flavor. The per 100g carb count looks high, but nobody eats 100g of miso.
Keto notes
- A tablespoon has only about 2g net carbs, so a bowl of miso soup stays keto
- Use it to season broths, marinades, dressings, and roasted vegetables
- Choose plain miso and skip versions with added sugar or rice syrup
- Stir it in off the heat to keep the live cultures intact
Treat it as a seasoning, not a main ingredient, and it fits easily.
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