Is Ricotta Cheese (whole milk) keto?
Keto-friendly
Yes — whole-milk ricotta has about 3g net carbs per 100g and works in keto lasagna and desserts.
91/100
KarbZilla Keto Score
Excellent for keto
Fits a keto day: About 6 servings
Macro split
68% fat25% protein7% carbs
Net carbs
3g
Protein
11g
Fat
13g
Calories
174
Values per 100g, referenced from USDA FoodData Central. Reviewed by the KarbZilla team · how we score
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Whole-milk ricotta is a creamy, mild cheese that fits keto in reasonable portions.
Keto uses
- Layer into zucchini or eggplant lasagna
- Sweeten with erythritol for a keto dessert
- Stir into scrambled eggs for richness
Choose whole-milk over part-skim for the best fat ratio.