Keto Spices & Seasonings Guide

18 items classified under standard Keto guidelines.

Keto classifies foods based on net carbohydrate content. Of the 18 spices & seasonings evaluated, 18 are classified as Allowed, 0 as Limited, and 0 as Not Allowed.

Spices & Seasonings are universally compatible with Keto. Each item listed here is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.

Quick Reference

Food Status Net carbs (per 100g)
Basil Allowed 1g
Black Pepper Allowed 21.2g
Cayenne Pepper Allowed 29.4g
Chili Powder Allowed 1.9g
Cinnamon Allowed 40.9g
Cumin Allowed 33.7g
Everything Bagel Seasoning Allowed 50.8g
Garlic Powder Allowed 63.7g
Ginger Allowed 15.8g
Nutmeg Allowed 0g
Onion Powder Allowed 63.9g
Oregano Allowed 26.4g
Paprika Allowed 19.1g
Saffron Allowed 61.5g
Salt Allowed 0g
Taco Seasoning Allowed 12.1g
Turmeric Allowed 44.4g
Vanilla Extract Allowed 12.6g

Classification Breakdown

18 Allowed — These spices & seasonings are low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget.

On keto, the relevant number is total carbohydrates minus fiber — the "net carb" figure tracked against a 20–50g daily ceiling.

Allowed Spices & Seasonings (18)

Basil

Allowed

Basil is classified as Allowed on Keto, with 1g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Among the 18 items in this category, basil sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Chili Powder at 1.9g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

23kcalCalories
3.2gProtein
0.6gFat
2.7gCarbs
1.6gFiber
1gNet Carbs

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Black Pepper

Allowed

Black Pepper is classified as Allowed on Keto, with 21.2g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Within this category, it falls between Paprika and Oregano for net carbs, ranking 9 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

279kcalCalories
0gProtein
0.1gFat
21.2gCarbs
0gFiber
21.2gNet Carbs

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Cayenne Pepper

Allowed

With 29.4g net carbs per 100g, Cayenne Pepper earns a Allowed classification on Keto. This means it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. It also contains 12g protein and 17.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Oregano and Cumin for net carbs, ranking 11 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

318kcalCalories
12gProtein
17.3gFat
56.6gCarbs
27.2gFiber
29.4gNet Carbs

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Chili Powder

Allowed

At 1.9g net carbs per 100g, Chili Powder falls into the Allowed category under Keto guidelines. It is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Beyond the primary classification, chili powder also provides 13.3g protein and 8.2g fat per 100g. Among the 18 items in this category, chili powder sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Taco Seasoning at 12.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

139kcalCalories
13.3gProtein
8.2gFat
2.4gCarbs
0.5gFiber
1.9gNet Carbs

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Cinnamon

Allowed

At 40.9g net carbs per 100g, Cinnamon falls into the Allowed category under Keto guidelines. It is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Beyond the primary classification, cinnamon also provides 7.1g protein and 5.3g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Cumin and Turmeric for net carbs, ranking 13 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

253kcalCalories
7.1gProtein
5.3gFat
44.4gCarbs
3.5gFiber
40.9gNet Carbs

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Cumin

Allowed

At 33.7g net carbs per 100g, Cumin falls into the Allowed category under Keto guidelines. It is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Beyond the primary classification, cumin also provides 17.8g protein and 22.3g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Cayenne Pepper and Cinnamon for net carbs, ranking 12 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

375kcalCalories
17.8gProtein
22.3gFat
44.2gCarbs
10.5gFiber
33.7gNet Carbs

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Everything Bagel Seasoning

Allowed

Everything Bagel Seasoning is classified as Allowed on Keto, with 50.8g net carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.6g protein and 422mg sodium per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Turmeric at 44.4g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

264kcalCalories
10.6gProtein
1.3gFat
52.4gCarbs
1.6gFiber
50.8gNet Carbs

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Garlic Powder

Allowed

At 63.7g net carbs per 100g, Garlic Powder falls into the Allowed category under Keto guidelines. It is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Beyond the primary classification, garlic powder also provides 16.6g protein and 9g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Saffron at 61.5g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

331kcalCalories
16.6gProtein
0.7gFat
72.7gCarbs
9gFiber
63.7gNet Carbs

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Ginger

Allowed

At 15.8g net carbs per 100g, Ginger falls into the Allowed category under Keto guidelines. This means it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Within this category, it falls between Vanilla Extract and Paprika for net carbs, ranking 7 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

80kcalCalories
1.8gProtein
0.8gFat
17.8gCarbs
2gFiber
15.8gNet Carbs

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Nutmeg

Allowed

Nutmeg is classified as Allowed on Keto, with 0g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 18 items in this category, nutmeg sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Salt at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

884kcalCalories
0gProtein
100gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Onion Powder

Allowed

With 63.9g net carbs per 100g, Onion Powder earns a Allowed classification on Keto. It is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Beyond the primary classification, onion powder also provides 10.4g protein and 15.2g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Garlic Powder at 63.7g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

341kcalCalories
10.4gProtein
1gFat
79.1gCarbs
15.2gFiber
63.9gNet Carbs

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Oregano

Allowed

With 26.4g net carbs per 100g, Oregano earns a Allowed classification on Keto. It is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Beyond the primary classification, oregano also provides 9g protein and 42.5g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Black Pepper and Cayenne Pepper for net carbs, ranking 10 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

265kcalCalories
9gProtein
4.3gFat
68.9gCarbs
42.5gFiber
26.4gNet Carbs

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Paprika

Allowed

With 19.1g net carbs per 100g, Paprika earns a Allowed classification on Keto. It is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Beyond the primary classification, paprika also provides 14.1g protein and 12.9g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Ginger and Black Pepper for net carbs, ranking 8 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

282kcalCalories
14.1gProtein
12.9gFat
54gCarbs
34.9gFiber
19.1gNet Carbs

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Saffron

Allowed

At 61.5g net carbs per 100g, Saffron falls into the Allowed category under Keto guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.4g protein and 5.9g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Everything Bagel Seasoning at 50.8g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

310kcalCalories
11.4gProtein
5.9gFat
65.4gCarbs
3.9gFiber
61.5gNet Carbs

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Salt

Allowed

With 0g net carbs per 100g, Salt earns a Allowed classification on Keto. This means it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. It also contains 38800mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 18 items in this category, salt sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Basil at 1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

0kcalCalories
0gProtein
0gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Taco Seasoning

Allowed

Taco Seasoning is classified as Allowed on Keto, with 12.1g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. It also contains 6.7g protein and 9.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Chili Powder and Vanilla Extract for net carbs, ranking 5 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

170kcalCalories
6.7gProtein
9.2gFat
15.1gCarbs
3gFiber
12.1gNet Carbs

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Turmeric

Allowed

Turmeric is classified as Allowed on Keto, with 44.4g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. It also contains 9.7g protein and 22.7g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Cinnamon at 40.9g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

312kcalCalories
9.7gProtein
3.3gFat
67.1gCarbs
22.7gFiber
44.4gNet Carbs

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Vanilla Extract

Allowed

At 12.6g net carbs per 100g, Vanilla Extract falls into the Allowed category under Keto guidelines. This means it is low enough in net carbs to fit inside a daily keto budget. Within this category, it falls between Taco Seasoning and Ginger for net carbs, ranking 6 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

288kcalCalories
0.1gProtein
0.1gFat
12.6gCarbs
0gFiber
12.6gNet Carbs

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