Keto Approved
Chia Seeds
2.50g net carbs per 2 tablespoons (1 oz)
2.5g net carbs. Exceptional fiber and omega-3. Makes keto puddings.
By MeKeto Editorial · Last updated July 2026
Nutrition Facts
Fits My Daily Budget?
Set your daily net carb limit to see how one serving fits.
One serving uses 13% of your 20g daily budget.
Plan the rest of your day
Good to Know
Black and white chia seeds carry the same macros, so pick whichever you find cheaper, often a bag from Bob's Red Mill or Nutiva. Two tablespoons absorb roughly 10 times their weight in liquid, which is why a single ounce thickens a whole jar of pudding overnight. Pre-mixed chia drinks and flavored pouches are where sugar sneaks in, sometimes adding 8 to 12 grams per bottle, so plain seeds give you the most control.
Is Chia Seeds Keto? The Full Answer
Chia Seeds contains 2.50g net carbs per 2 tablespoons (1 oz) (12.30g total carbs minus 9.80g fiber). 2.5g net carbs. Exceptional fiber and omega-3. Makes keto puddings.
On a standard ketogenic diet, most people target 20-25g net carbs per day. A single serving uses 13% of a 20g daily carb limit. That makes Chia Seeds a reliable keto staple.
Measure Your Ketone Levels
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