Carbs in Butternut Squash

How many carbs are in butternut squash?

Butternut Squash has 7.3g net carbs per 100g — 10.5g total carbs minus 3.2g fiber — plus 0.9g protein, 0.1g fat, and 40 calories. 1 cup cooked cubes (205g) works out to about 15g net carbs and 82 calories. That makes butternut squash relatively low in net carbs and lower than the typical dairy food, which averages about 24.3g net carbs per 100g. At this carb count, butternut squash is best limited to small portions on keto (usually 20–50g net carbs per day). Values are per per 100 g, sourced from Manufacturer-reported values; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.

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

Butternut Squash
7.3g
Net carbs
10.5g
Total carbs
3.2g
Fiber
0.9g
Protein
0.1g
Fat
40
Calories

Values per 100 g.

Is butternut squash keto-friendly?

Yes, in moderation

Yes, butternut squash can fit a keto diet in moderate portions. It has 7.3g net carbs per 100g (10.5g total carbs − 3.2g fiber). A typical serving — 1 cup cooked cubes (205g) — is about 15g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other dairy foods and meals.

Carbs by serving size

ServingNet carbsTotal carbsCalories
1 cup cooked cubes (205g)15g21.5g82
100 g (3.5 oz)7.3g10.5g40
1 oz (28 g)2g2.9g11

How many calories are in butternut squash?

Butternut Squash has 40 calories per 100g. 1 cup cooked cubes (205g) has about 82 calories. That's alongside 0.9g protein, 0.1g fat, and 7.3g net carbs per 100g.

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount (per 100 g)
Calories40
Total carbs10.5g
Net carbs7.3g
Fiber3.2g
Sugar2g
Sugar alcohols0g
Protein0.9g
Fat0.1g
Sodium4mg
Potassium284mg

Source: Manufacturer-reported values (vegetables). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in butternut squash?
Butternut Squash has 10.5g of total carbs and 7.3g of net carbs per 100 grams.
How many net carbs are in butternut squash?
Butternut Squash has 7.3g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 10.5g minus 3.2g fiber).
Is butternut squash keto-friendly?
Yes, butternut squash can fit a keto diet in moderate portions. It has 7.3g net carbs per 100g (10.5g total carbs − 3.2g fiber). A typical serving — 1 cup cooked cubes (205g) — is about 15g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other dairy foods and meals.
How many calories are in butternut squash?
Butternut Squash has 40 calories per 100 grams.
How many carbs are in 1 cup cooked cubes (205g) of butternut squash?
1 cup cooked cubes (205g) of butternut squash (205g) has about 15g net carbs, 21.5g total carbs, and 82 calories.

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