Carbs in Polenta

How many carbs are in polenta?

Polenta has 15.7g net carbs per 100g — 15.7g total carbs minus 0g fiber — plus 1.4g protein, 0g fat, and 71 calories. At this carb count, polenta is best limited to small portions on keto (usually 20–50g net carbs per day). Values are per per 100 g, sourced from Open Food Facts; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.

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Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor

Polenta
15.7g
Net carbs
15.7g
Total carbs
0g
Fiber
1.4g
Protein
0g
Fat
71
Calories

Values per 100 g.

Is polenta keto-friendly?

Limit it

Polenta is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. It has 15.7g net carbs per 100g (15.7g total carbs − 0g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.

Carbs by serving size

ServingNet carbsTotal carbsCalories
100 g (3.5 oz)15.7g15.7g71
1 oz (28 g)4.4g4.4g20

How many calories are in polenta?

Polenta has 71 calories per 100g. That's alongside 1.4g protein, 0g fat, and 15.7g net carbs per 100g.

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount (per 100 g)
Calories71
Total carbs15.7g
Net carbs15.7g
Fiber0g
Sugar0g
Sugar alcohols0g
Protein1.4g
Fat0g
Sodium257mg
Potassium0mg

Source: Open Food Facts (Trader Joe’s). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in polenta?
Polenta has 15.7g of total carbs and 15.7g of net carbs per 100 grams.
How many net carbs are in polenta?
Polenta has 15.7g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 15.7g minus 0g fiber).
Is polenta keto-friendly?
Polenta is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. It has 15.7g net carbs per 100g (15.7g total carbs − 0g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.
How many calories are in polenta?
Polenta has 71 calories per 100 grams.

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