The 10 Best Keto-Friendly And Low-Carb Protein Powders, According To Nutritionists

With flavors like chocolate, salted caramel, and vanilla, this protein powder is made with ingredients like MCT oil, electrolytes, and collagen protein. (And FYI, collagen is a great source of keto-approved protein, Shames says.)

And a quick PSA: With over 6,000 positive reviews on Amazon, users are totally obsessed with the product. “I absolutely LOVE this chocolate collagen powder,” writes one reviewer. “Doesn’t taste salty like other MCT products I’ve tried. I mix one full scoop with my hot coffee in the morning, I whisk it well and add a splash of heavy cream.” Yep, sounds delicious.

Per serving (1 scoop): 80 calories, 4 g fat (3.5 g saturated), 2 g carbs, 0 g sugar, <1 g fiber, 10 g protein

With ingredients like stevia, collagen peptides, coconut oil, and sea salt, this low-carb keto protein powder is the perfect addition to your at-home shake situation. (Plus, it comes in yummy flavors like strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla.) This powder does pack some carbs—but only 15 grams per serving.

And this protein powder is totally delicious. “Over the years I’ve experimented with many protein powders and this is by far my favorite. Smooth, creamy, clean, no strange aftertaste. Mixes well with any liquid I use. Neither clumpy nor chalky. Just a good, basic , clean, powder,” says one reviewer.

Per serving (2 scoops): 300 calories, 25 g fat (23 g saturated), 15 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 7 g fiber, 14 g protein

This protein powder contains a blend of pea and hemp seed protein. It also packs MCT oil from coconuts, which officially makes it keto-approved, per nutritionist Randall Evans, RDN. One satisfied reviewer notes, “Have been keto almost a year and this is one of my favorite keto products and definitely the best tasting protein shake.”

Per serving (1 scoop): 100 calories, 2 g fat (0.5 g saturated), 2 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 1 g fiber, 18 g protein

Another great option for keto diet vegans, this plant-based protein powder made from pea protein, organic pumpkin seed protein, organic sunflower seed, and alfalfa. Our sources recommend adding a little coconut oil to your shake up the fats. “I appreciate that there are no artificial flavors, colors, or sweeteners,” Maggie Moon, RD, previously told WH.

“This is the first time I am able to drink a protein shake just mixed into my almond milk. I usually cannot stand the flavor and the grit and need to blend it into a smoothie. I am happy to have something a little easier to grab and go now!” one reviewer says.

Per serving (1 scoop): 160 calories, 3 g fat (0 g saturated), 4 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 410 mg sodium, 1 g fiber, 30 g protein

If you’re looking for a simple protein powder, this is it. It contains only what’s advertised on the label—collagen and probiotics, which are great for your gut health. Reviewers love that the powder truly aides overall health and can be easily added to any diet. “After using this collagen powder for a few weeks, I’ve already noticed a difference in the health and appearance of my hair, skin, and nails,” a satisfied customer writes.

Per serving (1 scoop): 70 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 100 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 18 g protein

Shames loves that this vegan protein powder is organic. It’s made with pea protein, sprouted rice, and a whole host of other good-for-you organic ingredients like kale, apple, broccoli, and quinoa. It also has just five grams of net carbs, which is totally doable on the keto diet.

Reviewers can’t get enough of this product too. “Buy it all the time. I love protein powder as it mixes well. No lumps. Taste great. Mixes thick fruit smoothies with water instead of milk,” one happy user says.

Per serving (2 scoops): 120 calories, 2.5 g fat (0 g sat), 7 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 250 mg sodium, 2 g fiber, 21 g protein.

When it comes to protein powders, “no taste” can be a rave review. Vital Protein Collagen Peptides has only one ingredient—collagen—and it tastes like, well, nothing.

It also dissolves easily, says Pegah Jalali, RD, of Middleberg Nutrition, which means it’s easy to add to coffee, tea, soup, or smoothies.

“Great way to add collagen and protein to morning coffee. Dissolves really well in hot beverages, no after taste and does not change consistency of beverage,” one reviewer writes.

Per serving (2 scoops): 70 cal, 110 mg sodium, 18 g protein.

This powder is the perfect addition to treats: You can add it to a smoothie or use it as an ingredient when you’re baking. “It’s sweet and chocolatey,” says Lyssie Lakatos, RD, the other half of the Nutrition Twins. It’s also free from gluten, soy, antibiotics, and hormones, and made from grass-fed cows.

Per serving (1 scoops): 120 calories, 1 g fat (.5 g sat), 5 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 305 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 21 g protein.

This protein powder is ideal for mixing into liquids, from plain ol’ water to coffee, tea, or almond milk. “Each serving also has five grams of MCT oil powder, which helps to include a source of fat for staying in ketosis,” notes Shames.

“We like the taste of the Vanilla Keto Protein powder. It’s easy to blend in smoothies. You can add some fruit or greens or both for extra nutrition and fiber,” one buyer writes.

Per serving (1 scoop): 70 cal, 3 g fat (3 g sat), 13 g protein.

With just two grams of carbs, the Legion Whey+ powder is definitely in the keto-friendly range, says Lakatos. Made from whey derived from grass-fed cows, it’s naturally sweetened, and contains no GMOs, hormones, antibiotics, or dyes.

“This is the only protein powder I use because it is the best! Great taste with quality ingredients,” one happy reviewer writes.

Per serving (1 scoops): 120 cal, 0 g fat (0 g sat), 2 g carbs, 130 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 22 g protein.