Keto-Friendly Protein Foods
Compare 20 keto-friendly protein sources. Includes: Walnuts (14.6g), Pecans (9.2g), Hemp Seed (31.6g). High protein and fat, low carbs, USDA data.
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Protein Quality Note: We rank foods by total protein quantity. Be aware that animal sources (Meat, Dairy, Eggs) are "Complete Proteins" that your body absorbs easily, while some plant sources may be less efficient.
#1
Beef Jerky
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein33.2g
Calories410
Fat Content
25.6gHigh Fat
Protein %32%
#2
Hemp Seed
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein31.6g
Calories553
Fat Content
48.8gHigh Fat
Protein %23%
#3
Pumpkin Seeds
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein30.2g
Calories559
Fat Content
49.0gHigh Fat
Protein %22%
#4
Parmesan Cheese
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein30.1g
Calories403
Fat Content
29.5gHigh Fat
Protein %30%
#5
Swiss Cheese
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein27.0g
Calories393
Fat Content
31.0gHigh Fat
Protein %27%
#6
Almond Flour
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein26.2g
Calories622
Fat Content
50.2gHigh Fat
Protein %17%
#7
Raw Peanut Butter
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein24.0g
Calories632
Fat Content
49.4gHigh Fat
Protein %15%
#8
Provolone Cheese
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein23.5g
Calories357
Fat Content
28.1gHigh Fat
Protein %26%
#9
Mozzarella Cheese (Whole Milk)
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein22.2g
Calories299
Fat Content
22.1gHigh Fat
Protein %30%
#10
Almonds (Whole)
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein21.5g
Calories626
Fat Content
51.1gHigh Fat
Protein %14%
#11
Raw Beef Ribeye
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein18.7g
Calories254
Fat Content
20.0gHigh Fat
Protein %30%
#12
Sesame Seeds (Whole)
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein17.7g
Calories573
Fat Content
49.7gHigh Fat
Protein %12%
#13
Raw Beef Ground (80% Lean)
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein17.5g
Calories243
Fat Content
19.4gHigh Fat
Protein %29%
#14
Raw Lamb Shoulder
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein17.2g
Calories244
Fat Content
18.9gHigh Fat
Protein %28%
#15
Raw Lamb Ground
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein16.6g
Calories282
Fat Content
23.4gHigh Fat
Protein %23%
#16
Pine Nuts
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein15.7g
Calories689
Fat Content
61.3gHigh Fat
Protein %9%
#17
Brazilnuts
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein15.0g
Calories664
Fat Content
57.4gHigh Fat
Protein %9%
#18
Hazelnuts
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein14.9g
Calories628
Fat Content
60.8gHigh Fat
Protein %10%
#19
Walnuts
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein14.6g
Calories730
Fat Content
69.7gHigh Fat
Protein %8%
#20
Raw Pecans
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein9.2g
Calories691
Fat Content
72.0gHigh Fat
Protein %5%