Bacon (Cooked): Carbs, Protein, Fat & Calories
One serving of bacon, cooked (1 slice (8 g)) has 0.1 g carbs (0.1 g net), 3 g protein, 3.4 g fat and 43 calories. Change the amount below to calculate any portion.
* Based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Rounded averages from USDA FoodData Central.
Bacon (Cooked) by serving size
| Serving | Calories | Carbs | Net carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (8 g) | 43 | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 3 g | 3.4 g |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 153 | 0.4 g | 0.4 g | 10.5 g | 11.9 g |
| 100 g | 541 | 1.4 g | 1.4 g | 37 g | 42 g |
Key facts
- 1% of its calories come from carbs, 28% from protein and 71% from fat — it is mainly a fat food.
- Among the 8 foods in Beef, Pork & Lamb, it ranks #7 of 8 for protein per calorie.
- To get 30 g of protein you need about 81 g (2.9 oz) — 439 calories.
- One serving (1 slice, 8 g) has 1.1 g saturated fat — 6% of the daily value.
- Values are for cooked weight. Raw meat and fish weigh about 25–35% more than the same piece cooked.
Compare with other beef, pork & lamb (per 100 g)
| Food | Calories | Carbs | Net carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Beef 80/20 (Cooked) | 254 | 0 g | 0 g | 25.8 g | 16.4 g |
| Ground Beef 90/10 (Cooked) | 217 | 0 g | 0 g | 26.1 g | 11.7 g |
| Ground Beef 80/20 (Raw) | 254 | 0 g | 0 g | 17.2 g | 20 g |
| Sirloin Steak (Lean, Cooked) | 180 | 0 g | 0 g | 30 g | 6 g |
| Ribeye Steak (Cooked) | 291 | 0 g | 0 g | 24 g | 22 g |
| Pork Loin Chop (Cooked) | 197 | 0 g | 0 g | 27 g | 9 g |
| Bacon (Cooked) | 541 | 1.4 g | 1.4 g | 37 g | 42 g |
| Lamb (Cooked) | 294 | 0 g | 0 g | 25 g | 21 g |
Frequently asked questions
How many carbs are in bacon, cooked?
One serving of bacon, cooked (1 slice, 8 g) has 0.1 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber, so 0.1 g net carbs. Per 100 g it has 1.4 g carbs (1.4 g net).
How much protein is in bacon, cooked?
One serving of bacon, cooked (1 slice, 8 g) has 3 g of protein (6% of the daily value). Per 100 g it has 37 g of protein.
How much fat and how many calories are in bacon, cooked?
One serving of bacon, cooked (1 slice, 8 g) has 43 calories and 3.4 g of fat, of which 1.1 g is saturated. Per 100 g: 541 calories and 42 g fat.
Is bacon, cooked keto-friendly?
Yes — bacon, cooked has only 1.4 g net carbs per 100 g, which fits easily into a keto limit of 20–50 g net carbs a day.
Is bacon, cooked a good source of protein?
It has some protein (3 g per serving), but not enough per serving to be called a good source.
Calculators
- Carb Counter — add bacon, cooked to a meal and track carbs and net carbs.
- Protein Calculator — how much protein you need per day.
- Fat Calculator — your daily fat and saturated fat limits.