KETO VERDICTYES
Jalapeños are excellent for keto. With ~3.7g net carbs per 100g—and typically used in small amounts—they add big flavor and heat with minimal macro impact. Capsaicin may also support thermogenesis.
Is Jalapeño Keto?
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YOUR PORTION
How much are you having?
Scale the published reference values to your portion.
Per 100 g (as listed by source). USDA FoodData Central.
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.
3.7gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 6.5g
- Fiber
- 2.8g
- Protein
- 0.9g
- Fat
- 0.4g
- Calories
- 29
Jalapeños are excellent for keto. With ~3.7g net carbs per 100g—and typically used in small amounts—they add big flavor and heat with minimal macro impact. Capsaicin may also support thermogenesis.
- Net carbs (100 g)3.7g
- Protein (100 g)0.9g
- Fat (100 g)0.4g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Net Carbs
3.7g
Total Carbs
6.5g
Fiber
2.8g
Protein
0.9g
Fat
0.4g
Calories
29
Source: USDA FoodData Central reference record
Source fit: generic reference; variety, brand, or preparation may differ
Net-carb calculation: total carbohydrate - fiber
This USDA record is used as a generic nutrition reference; variety, brand, or preparation may differ.
Nutrition record reviewed 2026-07-09. Maintained by KetoLens Team.
WHY IT'S KETO-FRIENDLY
- Low net carbs: ~3.7g per 100g fits easily into daily macros
- High fiber relative to carbs helps blunt glucose impact
- Capsaicin may modestly increase fat oxidation
- Small amounts deliver big flavor, keeping portions tiny
- Versatile: great raw, pickled, roasted, or stuffed
- Very low calorie for the flavor punch
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
STUFFED JALAPEÑO POPPERS
Cut in half, remove seeds, and fill with cream cheese and cheddar. Wrap in bacon and bake at 400°F for ~20 minutes until crispy.
PICKLED
Slice and pickle in vinegar, salt, and spices. Perfect on tacos, salads, and burgers; keeps for weeks.
RAW SLICED
Thinly slice for salads, tacos, or keto pizza. Remove membranes for less heat.
ROASTED
Roast whole at 450°F for 15–20 minutes until charred; blend into sauces or salsas for smoky heat.
IN EGG DISHES
Dice and add to scrambled eggs, omelets, or frittatas—pairs well with cheese and bacon.
KETO SALSA
Blend with tomatoes, cilantro, lime, and onion for fresh salsa. Great with pork rinds or veggie sticks.