Tilapia is excellent for keto. With 0g net carbs and 26g of protein per 100g, it's an affordable, lean protein that works well in ketogenic diets.
Is Tilapia 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
- 26g
- Fat
- 1.7g
- Calories
- 128
Tilapia is excellent for keto. With 0g net carbs and 26g of protein per 100g, it's an affordable, lean protein that works well in ketogenic diets.
- Net carbs (100 g)0g
- Protein (100 g)26g
- Fat (100 g)1.7g
- 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: 26g per 100g supports satiety and muscle maintenance
- Very lean: Low fat allows room to add keto-friendly fats
- Mild flavor: Versatile base for various keto recipes and seasonings
- Budget-friendly: Affordable protein option for daily keto meals
- Quick cooking: Ready in minutes for convenient meal prep
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
PAN-FRIED TILAPIA
Dredge in almond flour, season well, and pan-fry in butter or ghee until golden.
BAKED TILAPIA WITH PARMESAN
Top with parmesan crust and herbs, bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.
TILAPIA WITH GARLIC BUTTER
Pan-sear and top with garlic butter sauce, serve with sautéed spinach.
BLACKENED TILAPIA
Coat with cajun spices and sear in a hot skillet with avocado oil.
TILAPIA FISH TACOS
Season and grill, serve in lettuce wraps with avocado, salsa, and sour cream.
LEMON HERB TILAPIA
Bake with lemon slices, fresh herbs, and olive oil for a light Mediterranean dish.