KETO VERDICTMODERATE
Keto-friendly as a spice. Per 100g they’re ~16g net carbs, but typical use is 1 tsp (~2g) ≈ 0.3g net—negligible. Big flavor, tiny carb impact.
Are Mustard Seeds Keto?
Seeds
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.
15.9gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 28g
- Fiber
- 12g
- Protein
- 26g
- Fat
- 36g
- Calories
- 508
Keto-friendly as a spice. Per 100g they’re ~16g net carbs, but typical use is 1 tsp (~2g) ≈ 0.3g net—negligible. Big flavor, tiny carb impact.
- Net carbs (100 g)15.9g
- Protein (100 g)26g
- Fat (100 g)36g
- Keto verdictEnjoy in moderation
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Net Carbs
15.9g
Total Carbs
28g
Fiber
12g
Protein
26g
Fat
36g
Calories
508
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.
HOW TO ENJOY IT ON KETO
- Seasoning-size portions (~1 tsp/2g) add ~0.3g net carbs—easy to fit in keto
- High flavor intensity means you use very little
- Primarily fat and protein by calories; no added sugar
- Great for pickling and condiments that keep carbs low
- Grinding releases pungent compounds without adding carbs
- Per-100g carbs are higher, but practical serving sizes are tiny
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
MUSTARD PASTE
Grind seeds and mix with vinegar, water, and spices to create keto mustard condiment.
PICKLING SPICE
Use whole seeds in pickling brine for pickled vegetables and keto condiments.
SEED CRUST
Toast and grind finely to coat fish or poultry with distinctive, pungent flavor.
CURRY SPICE
Toast seeds and add to Indian-inspired keto curry dishes for authentic flavor.
CABBAGE SLAW
Toast seeds lightly and add to vinegar-based coleslaw dressing.
THIS ITEM CONTAINS THE NUTRIENTS OR COMPOUNDS LISTED ABOVE; EVIDENCE FOR SPECIFIC HEALTH OUTCOMES DEPENDS ON DOSE, PREPARATION, AND INDIVIDUAL CONTEXT.
Grind and add to soups and stews for health benefits and unique flavor.