KETO VERDICTYES
Pecorino Romano has very low net carbs (~3.6g per 100g) with a sharp, salty punch. An excellent hard cheese for keto—intense flavor means small portions satisfy.
Is Pecorino Romano Keto?
Cheese
YOUR PORTION
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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.
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3.6gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 3.6g
- Fiber
- 0g
- Protein
- 28.6g
- Fat
- 27.1g
- Calories
- 388
Pecorino Romano has very low net carbs (~3.6g per 100g) with a sharp, salty punch. An excellent hard cheese for keto—intense flavor means small portions satisfy.
- Net carbs (100 g)3.6g
- Protein (100 g)28.6g
- Fat (100 g)27.1g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Net Carbs
3.6g
Total Carbs
3.6g
Fiber
0g
Protein
28.6g
Fat
27.1g
Calories
388
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: ~3.6g per 100g (~1g per 1 oz serving)
- High fat and protein for satiety and macro balance
- Strong flavor—small amounts go a long way
- Hard, aged cheese with long shelf life
- Minimal lactose compared to fresh cheeses
- Favorable carb-to-protein ratio for toppings and finishes
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
PASTA TOPPING
Grate over Zucchini Noodles, shirataki, or spaghetti-squash for salty depth.
SALAD GARNISH
Shave into thin curls over arugula with olive-oil and lemon.
EGG DISH
Finish omelets and scrambled eggs with a fine grate for umami.
VEGETABLE TOPPING
Sprinkle on roasted broccoli or cauliflower right before serving.
CRISPS
Bake small piles until golden for crunchy cheese crisps.
SOUP FINISH
Grate over finished soups for a sharp, savory boost.