Keto Approved
Tilapia
0.00g net carbs per 3.5 oz fillet
Skip the breading and you get a clean 0 g net carbs per fillet, plus 26.2 g of protein for only 128 calories. Pan-sear it in butter or olive oil to add the fat that keeps a lean fish like this satisfying.
Built by Barron Hansen · Last updated July 2026
Nutrition Facts
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Good to Know
The carb count only stays at zero when the fish is plain. Breaded or beer-battered fillets and many frozen "crispy" versions add flour and sugar, sometimes 15 g or more of carbs per serving, so check the package. Watch sweetened glazes too, like teriyaki or honey-style coatings. If you buy frozen, look for individually wrapped raw fillets with one ingredient on the label, and season it yourself with lemon, garlic, and salt.
Is Tilapia Keto? The Full Answer
Tilapia contains 0.00g net carbs per 3.5 oz fillet (0.00g total carbs minus 0.00g fiber). Skip the breading and you get a clean 0 g net carbs per fillet, plus 26.2 g of protein for only 128 calories. Pan-sear it in butter or olive oil to add the fat that keeps a lean fish like this satisfying.
On a standard ketogenic diet, most people target 20-25g net carbs per day. A single serving uses 0% of a 20g daily carb limit. That makes Tilapia a reliable keto staple.
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