How many carbs are in a Lychee?
A 10 fruits (190g) serving of Lychee contains 31.4g of total carbs (28.9g net carbs), 28g sugar, 125 calories, 1.6g protein, 0.4g fat and 2.5g fiber.
- Calories
- 125 cal
- Carbohydrates
- 31.4 g
- of which Sugars
- 28 g
- Fiber
- 2.5 g
- Net carbs
- 28.9 g
- Protein
- 1.6 g
- Fat
- 0.4 g
Lychee nutrition at a glance
Per 10 fruits (190g), Lychee delivers about 6% of a 2,000-calorie daily reference, 11% of the 275g daily carbohydrate reference and 9% of the 28g daily fiber reference. Sugar sits at 56% of the 50g added-sugar reference and protein contributes 3% of the 50g protein reference.
- Calories
- 66
- Carbs
- 16.5 g
- Sugar
- 14.7 g
- Protein
- 0.8 g
- Fat
- 0.2 g
- Fiber
- 1.3 g
Blood-sugar impact of Lychee
Moderate glycemic impact expected. If you're monitoring blood sugar, keep an eye on total portion size and combine with protein or fat.
With 31.4g total carbs and 2.5g fiber, the net-carb figure for a 10 fruits (190g) serving works out to roughly 28.9g — this is the number most keto and low-carb tracking apps use. If you're managing type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes or reactive hypoglycemia, use total carbs for insulin dosing calculations and treat net carbs as a rough guide for meal planning.
Ways to eat Lychee
- Treat lychee as your main carb source for the meal — skip additional bread, rice or pasta on the side.
- Split a full serving of lychee into two smaller portions to keep post-meal glucose steadier.
- Pair lychee with 20–30g of protein and some healthy fat to flatten the blood-sugar response.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lychee keto-friendly?
Not really. 28.9g net carbs per 10 fruits (190g) exceeds a full-day keto allowance for most people. It's a much better fit for a low-carb (100–150g/day) or balanced plan.
How many carbs in Lychee per 100 grams?
About 16.5g of carbs, 14.7g sugar and 66 calories per 100g of Lychee.
How does Lychee affect blood sugar?
Moderate glycemic impact expected. If you're monitoring blood sugar, keep an eye on total portion size and combine with protein or fat.
Is Lychee good for weight loss?
A serving delivers 125 calories with 1.6g protein and 2.5g fiber. Foods that are relatively high in protein and fiber per calorie tend to be more filling — with a 3% combined protein-plus-fiber-to-calorie ratio, Lychee is best paired with a lean protein or vegetables so the meal keeps you full for longer.
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Open scannerSources & how these numbers are calculated
Nutrition values are consensus averages compiled from the USDA FoodData Central database for a typical 10 fruits (190g) serving of Lychee. Actual values vary with brand, variety, ripeness and preparation — always check the label on packaged products. Daily-value percentages reference the U.S. FDA 2,000-calorie adult reference (275g carbs, 50g added sugar, 50g protein, 78g fat, 28g fiber).
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