Low-Carb Fats & Oils Guide

23 items classified under standard Low-Carb guidelines.

This guide covers all 23 fats & oils classified under Low-Carb guidelines. Low-Carb evaluates foods primarily by carbohydrate content, which determines how each item in this category is classified.

Fats & Oils are universally compatible with Low-Carb. Each item listed here is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. 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)
Avocado Oil Allowed 0g
Beef Tallow Allowed 0.1g
Butter Allowed 0.1g
Canola Oil Allowed 0g
Coconut Oil Allowed 0.8g
Cooking Spray Allowed 20.7g
Duck Fat Allowed 3.5g
Flaxseed Oil Allowed 0g
Ghee Allowed 0g
Grapeseed Oil Allowed 0g
Heavy Cream Allowed 2.8g
Lard Allowed 0g
Margarine Allowed 0.8g
MCT Oil Allowed 0g
Olive Oil Allowed 0g
Palm Oil Allowed 23.3g
Peanut Oil Allowed 0g
Safflower Oil Allowed 0g
Sesame Oil Allowed 0g
Shortening Allowed 0g
Sunflower Oil Allowed 0g
Vegetable Oil Allowed 0g
Walnut Oil Allowed 0g

Classification Breakdown

23 Allowed — These fats & oils are low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target.

Low-carb spans from about 150g/day down to 20g/day, so the same food can be in or out depending on which end of the spectrum.

Allowed Fats & Oils (23)

Avocado Oil

Allowed

At 0g net carbs per 100g, Avocado Oil falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. Among the 23 items in this category, avocado oil sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Canola Oil at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

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

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Beef Tallow

Allowed

With 0.1g net carbs per 100g, Beef Tallow earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, beef tallow also provides 14.7g protein and 14.9g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Walnut Oil and Butter for net carbs, ranking 16 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

198kcalCalories
14.7gProtein
14.9gFat
0.1gCarbs
0gFiber
0.1gNet Carbs

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Butter

Allowed

At 0.1g net carbs per 100g, Butter falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 81.1g fat and 643mg sodium per serving. Within this category, it falls between Beef Tallow and Coconut Oil for net carbs, ranking 17 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiberNet Carbs
Salted717kcal0.9g81.1g0.1g0g0.1g
Unsalted717kcal0.9g81.1g0.1g0g0.1g

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Canola Oil

Allowed

With 0g net carbs per 100g, Canola Oil earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 23 items in this category, canola oil sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Flaxseed Oil at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

900kcalCalories
0gProtein
100gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Coconut Oil

Allowed

With 0.8g net carbs per 100g, Coconut Oil earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It also contains 99.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Butter at 0.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiberNet Carbs
Virgin (unrefined)892kcal0g99.1g0g0g0g
MCT Oil862kcal0g100g0g0g0g

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Cooking Spray

Allowed

At 20.7g net carbs per 100g, Cooking Spray falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, cooking spray also provides 78.7g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Duck Fat at 3.5g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

792kcalCalories
0.3gProtein
78.7gFat
20.7gCarbs
0gFiber
20.7gNet Carbs

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Duck Fat

Allowed

With 3.5g net carbs per 100g, Duck Fat earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, duck fat also provides 18.7g protein per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Heavy Cream at 2.8g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

136kcalCalories
18.7gProtein
4.6gFat
3.5gCarbs
0gFiber
3.5gNet Carbs

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Flaxseed Oil

Allowed

Flaxseed Oil is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 0g net carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. Among the 23 items in this category, flaxseed oil sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Ghee at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

884kcalCalories
0.1gProtein
100gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Ghee

Allowed

With 0g net carbs per 100g, Ghee earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, ghee also provides 99.5g fat per 100g. Among the 23 items in this category, ghee sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Grapeseed Oil at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

876kcalCalories
0.3gProtein
99.5gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Grapeseed Oil

Allowed

At 0g net carbs per 100g, Grapeseed Oil falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. Among the 23 items in this category, grapeseed oil sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Lard at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

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

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Heavy Cream

Allowed

At 2.8g net carbs per 100g, Heavy Cream falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, heavy cream also provides 36.1g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Margarine at 0.8g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiberNet Carbs
Heavy Cream340kcal2.8g36.1g2.8g0g2.8g
Light Cream195kcal3g19.1g3.7g0g3.7g

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Lard

Allowed

With 0g net carbs per 100g, Lard earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, lard also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Grapeseed Oil and MCT Oil for net carbs, ranking 6 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

902kcalCalories
0gProtein
100gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Margarine

Allowed

Margarine is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 0.8g net carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 65g fat and 694mg sodium per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Coconut Oil at 0.8g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

579kcalCalories
0.2gProtein
65gFat
0.8gCarbs
0gFiber
0.8gNet Carbs

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MCT Oil

Allowed

With 0g net carbs per 100g, MCT Oil earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Lard and Olive Oil for net carbs, ranking 7 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

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

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Olive Oil

Allowed

At 0g net carbs per 100g, Olive Oil falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, olive oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between MCT Oil and Peanut Oil for net carbs, ranking 8 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiberNet Carbs
Extra Virgin884kcal0g100g0g0g0g
Light/Refined884kcal0g100g0g0g0g

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Palm Oil

Allowed

Palm Oil is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 23.3g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Cooking Spray at 20.7g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

134kcalCalories
2.6gProtein
2.7gFat
24.8gCarbs
1.5gFiber
23.3gNet Carbs

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Peanut Oil

Allowed

At 0g net carbs per 100g, Peanut Oil falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 100g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Olive Oil and Safflower Oil for net carbs, ranking 9 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

900kcalCalories
0gProtein
100gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Safflower Oil

Allowed

At 0g net carbs per 100g, Safflower Oil falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, safflower oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Peanut Oil and Sesame Oil for net carbs, ranking 10 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

900kcalCalories
0gProtein
100gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Sesame Oil

Allowed

Sesame Oil is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 0g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Safflower Oil and Shortening for net carbs, ranking 11 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

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

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Shortening

Allowed

At 0g net carbs per 100g, Shortening falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, shortening also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Sesame Oil and Sunflower Oil for net carbs, ranking 12 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

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

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Sunflower Oil

Allowed

At 0g net carbs per 100g, Sunflower Oil falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, sunflower oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Shortening and Vegetable Oil for net carbs, ranking 13 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

900kcalCalories
0gProtein
100gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Vegetable Oil

Allowed

With 0g net carbs per 100g, Vegetable Oil earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It also contains 100g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Sunflower Oil and Walnut Oil for net carbs, ranking 14 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

862kcalCalories
0gProtein
100gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Walnut Oil

Allowed

At 0g net carbs per 100g, Walnut Oil falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, walnut oil also provides 100g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Vegetable Oil and Beef Tallow for net carbs, ranking 15 of 23.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

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

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