Shrimp is excellent for keto. With 0g net carbs, ~24g of protein, and only ~0.3g of fat per 100g, it's a lean, versatile protein—just add healthy fats to balance your macros.
Are Shrimp Keto?

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.
0gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 0g
- Fiber
- 0g
- Protein
- 24g
- Fat
- 0.3g
- Calories
- 99
Shrimp is excellent for keto. With 0g net carbs, ~24g of protein, and only ~0.3g of fat per 100g, it's a lean, versatile protein—just add healthy fats to balance your macros.
- Net carbs (100 g)0g
- Protein (100 g)24g
- Fat (100 g)0.3g
- Keto verdictKeto-friendly
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
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
- Zero net carbs: No carbohydrates to interfere with ketosis
- High protein: ~24g per 100g supports satiety and muscle maintenance
- Very lean: Ultra-low fat lets you add butter, ghee, or olive-oil to hit keto fat targets
- Quick cooking: Ready in minutes for fast keto meals
- Versatile: Works in countless keto recipes from appetizers to main dishes
- Nutrient-rich: Provides selenium, vitamin B12, iodine, and astaxanthin
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP
Sauté shrimp in butter or ghee with garlic, lemon juice, and parsley for a classic, high-fat dish.
SHRIMP SCAMPI
Cook in dry-wine, butter, garlic, and lemon. Serve over zucchini noodles.
GRILLED SHRIMP SKEWERS
Marinate in olive-oil and spices, then grill 2–3 minutes per side.
SHRIMP ALFREDO
Toss with heavy cream, parmesan, and garlic over shirataki or zucchini noodles.
CAJUN SHRIMP
Coat with cajun seasoning and sauté in avocado-oil. Serve with cauliflower rice.
SHRIMP SALAD
Mix cooked shrimp with mayo, celery, and herbs. Serve in lettuce cups or with avocado.