10 Healthy Low-Carb Nuts You Can Eat On The Keto Diet, According To Nutritionists

Don't ignore these the next time you grab a tin of mixed nuts. Uber-low-carb Brazil nuts deserve a starring role in any healthy diet.

“They're the richest dietary source of the mineral selenium, an antioxidant that plays an important role in protecting against cell damage, immune health, and metabolism,” says Keene.

Per 1-ounce serving: 185 calories, 18.8 g fat (4.5 g saturated), 3.3 g carbs, 2.1 g fiber, (1.2 g net carbs), 0.7 g sugar, 0.8 mg sodium, 4 g protein

Yes, pecans are good for more than just that yearly slice of pecan pie. If you’re on a higher fat diet, or are looking to incorporate more high-quality sources of healthy fat, pecans are among the highest-fat nuts. (They're also one of the lowest in carbs.)

Per 1-ounce serving: 196 calories, 20.4 g fat (1.8 g saturated), 3.9 g carbs, 2.7 g fiber, (1.2 g net carbs) 1.1 g sugar, 0 mg sodium, 2.6 g protein

The third-lowest-carb nut in the game, macadamia nuts are a favorite among keto dieters.

“Macadamia nuts are the most calorie-rich nuts because of their higher fat content," says Keene. Made up of mostly of healthy monounsaturated fats (including a hard-to-find, brain-boosting fat called palmitoleic acid), macadamias boast a rich, buttery flavor.

Per 1-ounce serving, roasted: 203 calories, 21.6 g fat (3.4 g saturated), 3.6 g carbs, 2.3 g fiber, (1.3 g net carbs), 1.2 g sugar, 100 mg sodium, 2.2 g protein

Fun fact: Peanuts are technically legumes. Another fun fact: They also happen to be pretty low in carbs.

“Peanuts are a decent source of protein as well as heart-protective nutrients folate and niacin,” says Kimball. (They're the highest-protein "nut" on this list, FYI.)

Per 1-ounce serving, roasted: 170 calories, 14.9 g fat (2.5 g saturated), 4.3 g carbs, 2.7 g fiber, (1.6 g net carbs), 1.2 g sugar, 1.7 mg sodium, 8 g protein

Another low-carb option, walnuts are also a great source of plant-based omega-3 fats, says Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD, author of The Eat Fit Cookbook. They're a must if you don't eat fish on the reg.

Per 1-ounce serving: 185 calories, 18.5 g fat (1.7 g saturated), 3.9 g carbs, 1.9 g fiber, (2 g net carbs), 0.7 g sugar, 0.6 mg sodium, 4.3 g protein.

One of the highest-fiber options in the bunch, hazelnuts are still pretty darn low in carbs—and an excellent source of the antioxidant vitamin E. (A serving supplies nearly 30 percent of your daily needs.)

Per 1-ounce serving: 176 calories, 17 g fat (1.3 g saturated), 4.7 g carbs, 2.7 g fiber, (2 g net carbs) 1.2 g sugar, 0 mg sodium, 4.2 g protein

Almonds are a rich source of the mineral magnesium, which can help relax muscles and ease cramps (including, yes, period cramps), says dietitian Tracy Lockwood Beckerman, RD, author of the new The Better Period Food Solution.

Per 1-ounce serving: 167 calories, 14.9 g fat (1.1 g saturated), 5.3 g carbs, 2.8 g fiber, (2.5 g net carbs), 1.3 g sugar, 5.4 mg sodium, 6.1 g protein

Ever wonder what makes pesto so creamy? Yep, pine nuts. (Okay, the Parmesan doesn't hurt...) These often-overlooked nuts provide iron and potassium, and totally deserve a spot in your low-carb snacking rotation.

Per 1-ounce serving: 190 calories, 19 g fat (1.5 g saturated), 4 g carbs, 1 g fiber, (3 g net carbs), 1 g sugar, 0 mg sodium, 4 g protein

A little higher in the carb department than some other nuts, pistachios are still by no means a high-carb nut.

They're also packed with potassium, an electrolyte involved in blood pressure regulation. “An ounce of pistachio kernels has 282 mg of potassium, which is about what you’d get in a small banana,” says Kimball.

Another bonus: Pistachios are higher in protein than most other nuts.

Per 1-ounce serving, roasted: 160 calories, 12.8 g fat (1.6 g saturated), 7.9 g carbs, 2.9 g fiber, (4.7 g net carbs), 2.2 g sugar, 1.7 mg sodium, 5.9 g protein

Like peanuts, cashews are technically legumes. And though they contain 7.6 grams of net carbs per serving (is this why they're so delicious?), they still totally fit into a low-carb lifestyle.

In addition to that creamy-good flavor, cashews also provide lots of zinc (more than any other nut) and iron, says Beckerman.

Per 1-ounce serving: 164 calories, 13.5 g fat (2.4 g saturated), 8.5 g carbs, 0.9 g fiber, (7.6 g net carbs), 1.4 g sugar, 3.7 mg sodium, 4.8 g protein