KETO VERDICTMODERATE
Tangerines are occasionally compatible with keto at ~11.5g net carbs per 100g. A medium fruit (~88g) has ~10g net carbs—plan ahead and treat as a controlled-carb option rather than a daily staple.
Is Tangerine Keto?
Citrus
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.
11.5gnet carbs in your portion
- Total carbs
- 13.3g
- Fiber
- 1.8g
- Protein
- 0.7g
- Fat
- 0.3g
- Calories
- 53
Tangerines are occasionally compatible with keto at ~11.5g net carbs per 100g. A medium fruit (~88g) has ~10g net carbs—plan ahead and treat as a controlled-carb option rather than a daily staple.
- Net carbs (100 g)11.5g
- Protein (100 g)0.7g
- Fat (100 g)0.3g
- Keto verdictEnjoy in moderation
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Net Carbs
11.5g
Total Carbs
13.3g
Fiber
1.8g
Protein
0.7g
Fat
0.3g
Calories
53
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
- Moderate carbs: ~11.5g per 100g requires strict portioning and macro tracking
- Natural portion control: One small/medium fruit is easy to count
- Rich in citrus flavonoids (tangeretin, nobiletin, hesperidin) with potential metabolic benefits
- Satisfies sweet cravings in a smaller carb footprint than many fruits
- Provides vitamin C and hydration to complement low-carb meals
- Fiber in segments helps slow sugar absorption versus juice
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
SINGLE FRUIT TREAT
Peel and enjoy one whole tangerine as an occasional treat; count ~10g net carbs in your daily tracker.
SEGMENT SALAD
Segment a tangerine and combine with spinach, nuts, and a light vinaigrette for a refreshing salad with defined carbs.
ZEST ONLY
Use tangerine zest to flavor tea, cream-based sauces, or fish without the sugars from the flesh.
SMALL JUICE MEASURE
Squeeze juice from half a tangerine into sparkling water with a pinch of sea salt for a low-carb citrus spritz.
DESSERT FLAVORING
Add zest and a teaspoon of juice to keto desserts or fat bombs for bright flavor with minimal carbs.
DUCK GLAZE BASE
Reduce a small amount of tangerine juice with butter and spices; brush lightly over duck or fatty fish and track carbs.