Not Keto
Trail Mix
16.60g net carbs per 1/4 cup
Those 16.6 g of net carbs per quarter cup will blow through most of a day's keto budget in one small handful, mostly thanks to the dried fruit and candy pieces typically mixed in. Skip it and reach for plain nuts like almonds or pecans instead.
Built by Barron Hansen · Last updated July 2026
Nutrition Facts
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One serving uses 83% of your 20g daily budget.
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Good to Know
The carbs here come mostly from the dried fruit (raisins, dried cranberries, banana chips) and any candy add-ins like M&M's or yogurt-covered bits. Many store blends, including Planters and Trader Joe's mixes, also list added sugar, so the raisins are often sweetened further. If you want the nut-and-seed part without the sugar load, build your own with raw almonds, walnuts, pecans, and pumpkin seeds, and leave the fruit and chocolate out.
Is Trail Mix Keto? The Full Answer
Trail Mix contains 16.60g net carbs per 1/4 cup (16.60g total carbs minus 0.00g fiber). Those 16.6 g of net carbs per quarter cup will blow through most of a day's keto budget in one small handful, mostly thanks to the dried fruit and candy pieces typically mixed in. Skip it and reach for plain nuts like almonds or pecans instead.
On a standard ketogenic diet, most people target 20-25g net carbs per day. A single serving uses 83% of a 20g daily carb limit. If you are following a strict ketogenic protocol, reach for a lower-carb option instead.
Better Keto Swaps
Plain raw macadamia nuts are your best bet here. A 1 ounce handful runs about 1.5 g net carbs, and the fat (roughly 21 g) keeps you full far longer than the dried fruit in standard mix. Try pecans next. An ounce sits near 1.2 g net carbs, with a buttery crunch that scratches the same snacking itch. If you want variety in the bag, build your own blend of roasted almonds and pumpkin seeds, around 2.5 g net carbs per ounce combined, and skip the raisins and chocolate that push the original up to 16.6 g per quarter cup.
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