The Quick Answer
1 Cup Diced (154g) of Watermelon contains 11.1g net carbs and 46 calories. Net carbs are calculated by subtracting 0.6g of dietary fiber from 11.7g of total carbohydrates. This serving size weighs approximately 154g.
All nutrition data is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database using raw, fresh watermelon values.
Is 1 Cup Diced (154g) of Watermelon Keto Friendly?
With 11.1g net carbs, 1 Cup Diced (154g) of Watermelon is moderate in carbs. Occasional consumption may fit a low-carb diet if the rest of your day's intake is very low.
Net carbs are what matter on a ketogenic or low-carb diet — not total carbs. Only net carbs raise blood sugar and trigger insulin. Use our Keto Macro Calculator to find your personal daily net carb limit.
How Net Carbs Are Calculated
Net carbs = Total Carbs − Dietary Fiber. For 1 Cup Diced (154g) of Watermelon: 11.7g − 0.6g = 11.1g net carbs. Fiber is subtracted because it passes through the digestive system unabsorbed and does not raise blood sugar or trigger an insulin response.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nutrition data sourced from USDA FoodData Central. Serving weight is an average; actual weight may vary slightly.