KETO VERDICTYES
Beef kidney is excellent for keto: essentially zero net carbs (~0.3g/100g) with 15.7g protein per 100g. It’s a nutrient-dense organ meat rich in B vitamins, selenium, and iron.
Is Beef Kidney Keto?
Organ Meats
YOUR PORTION
How much are you having?
Scale the published reference values to your portion.
Per 100 g (as listed by source). Curated estimate; estimated values.
How this is calculated
total carbohydrate - fiber. Each published value is multiplied by your portion divided by the reference amount. No extra fiber, sugar alcohol or allulose deductions are applied here.
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0.3gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 0.3g
- Fiber
- 0g
- Protein
- 15.7g
- Fat
- 3.1g
- Calories
- 99
Beef kidney is excellent for keto: essentially zero net carbs (~0.3g/100g) with 15.7g protein per 100g. It’s a nutrient-dense organ meat rich in B vitamins, selenium, and iron.
- Net carbs (100 g)0.3g
- Protein (100 g)15.7g
- Fat (100 g)3.1g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Net Carbs
0.3g
Total Carbs
0.3g
Fiber
0g
Protein
15.7g
Fat
3.1g
Calories
99
Source: Curated estimate
Source fit: curated estimate; not an exact source match
Net-carb calculation: total carbohydrate - fiber
A USDA reference record exists, but the displayed basis or macros do not directly reproduce it, so KetoLens does not attribute these values to USDA. Check the current label for packaged products.
Nutrition record reviewed 2026-07-09. Maintained by KetoLens Team.
WHY IT'S KETO-FRIENDLY
- Essentially zero net carbs (~0.3g/100g) suits strict keto and carnivore
- Complete-protein source (15.7g/100g) supports muscle and satiety
- Low calorie density helps cut without breaking ketosis
- Rich in B vitamins that support energy metabolism
- Excellent selenium and iron content for metabolic and blood health
- Nose-to-tail choice to maximize nutrient intake
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
STEAK AND KIDNEY PIE
Cube kidney and beef; simmer in rich gravy and top with a keto pastry crust for classic comfort food.
DEVILED KIDNEYS
Sauté sliced kidneys with mustard, cayenne, and worcestershire-sauce; finish with cream and serve over low-carb toast.
GRILLED KIDNEY SKEWERS
Marinate chunks in olive oil, garlic, and herbs; skewer with bacon and grill just to doneness.
KIDNEY IN CREAM SAUCE
Sauté with shallot and button-mushroom; deglaze with brandy and finish with heavy-cream over cauliflower-rice.
HIDDEN IN GROUND MEAT
Finely mince and mix 10–15% into burgers or meatballs to boost nutrients with milder flavor.
KIDNEY CURRY
Simmer pieces in coconut cream with curry spices, ginger, and tomatoes; bold spices balance the taste.