Keto Approved
Zucchini Noodles
2.60g net carbs per 1 cup
Swap them for regular pasta and you spend only 2.6 g net carbs per cup, which leaves plenty of room for a fatty sauce or meatballs. Cook them quickly in a hot pan so they stay firm instead of going watery.
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Nutrition Facts
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One serving uses 13% of your 20g daily budget.
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Good to Know
Pick firm, smaller zucchini for spiralizing since they have fewer seeds and a less watery center. They release a lot of moisture, so salt the strands for 10 minutes and pat dry, or sauté quickly, to avoid a soggy plate. If you buy pre-spiralized packs (brands like Green Giant Veggie Spirals or fresh ones from Cece's), check the label since the vegetable itself is the only carb source and you mainly want to watch what goes on top, like sugary marinara.
Is Zucchini Noodles Keto? The Full Answer
Zucchini Noodles contains 2.60g net carbs per 1 cup (3.80g total carbs minus 1.20g fiber). Swap them for regular pasta and you spend only 2.6 g net carbs per cup, which leaves plenty of room for a fatty sauce or meatballs. Cook them quickly in a hot pan so they stay firm instead of going watery.
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 Zucchini Noodles a reliable keto staple.
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