Use in Moderation
Artichoke
5.30g net carbs per 1/2 cup hearts
Half a cup of hearts brings 5.3 g net carbs, which adds up fast on a tight keto budget, so treat these as an occasional side rather than a daily staple. A small portion alongside higher-fat foods keeps the carb hit manageable.
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Nutrition Facts
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One serving uses 27% of your 20g daily budget.
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Good to Know
Marinated jars from brands like Cento or Reese often pack the hearts in oil, which keeps the carbs steady but bumps up the fat and calories, so drain well and account for the oil if you're tracking. Frozen hearts and water-packed cans tend to stay closest to the numbers here, while breaded or stuffed versions in the freezer aisle hide extra carbs from flour and crumbs. Skip the spinach-artichoke dips at restaurants too, since most thicken with flour or starchy fillers that aren't reflected in these macros.
Is Artichoke Keto? The Full Answer
Artichoke contains 5.30g net carbs per 1/2 cup hearts (10.10g total carbs minus 4.80g fiber). Half a cup of hearts brings 5.3 g net carbs, which adds up fast on a tight keto budget, so treat these as an occasional side rather than a daily staple. A small portion alongside higher-fat foods keeps the carb hit manageable.
On a standard ketogenic diet, most people target 20-25g net carbs per day. A single serving uses 27% of a 20g daily carb limit. Track your portions carefully and account for other carbs in your meals.
Better Keto Swaps
Artichoke isn't off-limits, but at 5.3 g net carbs per half cup of hearts it eats into your daily budget fast, so here are some lighter picks. Asparagus is a great stand-in for that tender, slightly grassy bite, landing around 1.8 g net carbs per half cup. Want the same meaty, dippable texture? Try roasted broccoli, which comes in near 2 g net carbs per half cup and holds up to garlic and olive oil just as well. For a milder option, half a cup of cooked zucchini runs about 1.5 g net carbs and works in nearly any dish where you'd reach for the hearts.
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