KETO VERDICTYES
Edam cheese is excellent for keto. With ~1.4g net carbs per 100g and a high fat/protein profile, it’s a dependable staple for satisfying, low-carb meals and snacks.
Is Edam Cheese Keto?
Cheese
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.
Grams and milliliters are not interchangeable. Household measures require a food-specific conversion; check your scale or product label.
1.4gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 1.4g
- Fiber
- 0g
- Protein
- 27.8g
- Fat
- 27.8g
- Calories
- 387
Edam cheese is excellent for keto. With ~1.4g net carbs per 100g and a high fat/protein profile, it’s a dependable staple for satisfying, low-carb meals and snacks.
- Net carbs (100 g)1.4g
- Protein (100 g)27.8g
- Fat (100 g)27.8g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Net Carbs
1.4g
Total Carbs
1.4g
Fiber
0g
Protein
27.8g
Fat
27.8g
Calories
387
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
- Minimal net carbs: ~1.4g per 100g keeps carbs very low
- High in protein and fat for satiety and steady energy
- Naturally low in lactose vs. fresh cheeses
- Rich in calcium and essential minerals
- Versatile ingredient for many keto recipes
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
CHEESE BOARD
Serve alongside nuts, olives, and keto-friendly crackers for a satisfying snack or appetizer.
MELTED ON MEAT
Top burgers, steaks, or chicken with slices. Broil briefly until bubbly for enhanced flavor.
IN OMELETS
Shred or crumble into eggs with vegetables for a protein-rich breakfast or anytime meal.
CHEESE CRISPS
Bake small mounds at 400F for 5-8 minutes until crispy for a crunchy, protein-packed snack.
CREAMY SAUCES
Melt into cream-based sauces for vegetables, meat, or use as a dip for celery and cucumber.
STUFFED PEPPERS
Mix with ground meat and spices to stuff into bell peppers before baking for a complete meal.