KETO VERDICTYES
Parmesan is great for keto with ~3.2g net carbs per 100g and a high protein/fat profile. It’s flavorful enough that small amounts go a long way for satiety and macro balance.
Is Parmesan 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.
3.2gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 3.2g
- Fiber
- 0g
- Protein
- 38g
- Fat
- 29g
- Calories
- 431
Parmesan is great for keto with ~3.2g net carbs per 100g and a high protein/fat profile. It’s flavorful enough that small amounts go a long way for satiety and macro balance.
- Net carbs (100 g)3.2g
- Protein (100 g)38g
- Fat (100 g)29g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Net Carbs
3.2g
Total Carbs
3.2g
Fiber
0g
Protein
38g
Fat
29g
Calories
431
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
- Low net carbs: ~3.2g per 100g fits strict keto when portioned
- High in protein and fat to support satiety and macros
- Very low sugar content helps keep glucose stable
- Rich in calcium and minerals to round out nutrient density
- Intense flavor: a little grated or shaved cheese adds big payoff
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
CHEESE BOARD
Serve chunks or shavings with olives, nuts, and Keto Crackers for a satisfying appetizer.
SHAVED OVER PROTEINS
Shave over Sirloin Steak, Chicken Breast, or roasted Asparagus for umami richness.
IN OMELETS
Grate into eggs with Spinach or mushroom for a protein-rich breakfast.
CHEESE CRISPS
Bake small mounds at 400°F (205°C) for 5–8 minutes until golden and crisp.
CREAMY SAUCES
Whisk into warm cream/butter for a quick sauce over Zucchini Noodles or Cauliflower Rice.
STUFFED PEPPERS
Mix grated parmesan with ground meat and herbs to stuff into Bell Pepper (Green); bake until tender.