KETO VERDICTYES
This item contains the nutrients or compounds listed above; evidence for specific health outcomes depends on dose, preparation, and individual context.
Is Mackerel Keto?
Fish
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.
0gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 0g
- Fiber
- 0g
- Protein
- 18.6g
- Fat
- 13.9g
- Calories
- 205
This item contains the nutrients or compounds listed above; evidence for specific health outcomes depends on dose, preparation, and individual context.
The 100 g reference amount provides 0g net carbs and can fit common keto portions.
- Net carbs (100 g)0g
- Protein (100 g)18.6g
- Fat (100 g)13.9g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Net Carbs
0g
Total Carbs
0g
Fiber
0g
Protein
18.6g
Fat
13.9g
Calories
205
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
- Zero net carbs: no impact on ketosis or glucose
- This item contains the nutrients or compounds listed above; evidence for specific health outcomes depends on dose, preparation, and individual context.
- Ample natural fat (≈13.9g/100g) helps hit keto ratios
- Complete protein (≈18.6g/100g) aids muscle maintenance and satiety
- Micronutrient-dense: vitamin D, B12, selenium
- Versatile prep methods that don’t add carbs
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
PAN-SEARED WITH LEMON
Season fillets, sear skin-side down in Olive Oil until the skin is crisp; flip briefly and finish with Lemon.
GRILLED HERB MACKEREL
Brush with Olive Oil, garlic, and herbs; grill over medium heat 4–5 minutes per side.
BAKED IN FOIL
Wrap with Lemon slices and fresh herbs; bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes.
SMOKED MACKEREL SALAD
Flake over greens with Avocado, capers (optional), and a creamy keto dressing.
MUSTARD CRUSTED
Brush with Dijon Mustard and herbs; pan-sear to golden and cooked through.
ASIAN GINGER SAUCE
Pan-sear and glaze with Low Sodium Soy Sauce or Tamari, ginger, Sesame Oil, and garlic.