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However, they should avoid overly processed vegetables or those with added salt.

Fruit is a vital part of a healthful diet. People who count carbs can learn about the total carbs in the vegetables they are eating.

Nonstarchy fruits and vegetables, including tomatoes, are a good place to start.

People can choose fresh, frozen, or canned vegetables. Some of their recommendations include:

cantaloupe

pears

apples

raspberries

blackberries

strawberries


Regardless of the type of fruit that a person chooses to eat on a low carb diet, they should stick to fresh or frozen varieties with no added sugar.

Dried fruits and canned fruits often contain added sugar.


Summary

Tomatoes are a fruit that contains minimal carbs and plenty of nutrients. However, for people counting carbs, fruits may present a problem due to their high sugar content.

According to the ADA, a person counting carbs can expect to eat about 15 g of carbohydrates in a small whole fruit or about half a cup of canned or frozen fruit.


The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation recommend that people living with diabetes eat fruits that are low on the glycemic index. How many carbs are in tomatoes?


Tomatoes are relatively low in total carbohydrates, and they contain many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

As tomatoes do not contain much carbohydrate, people following a low carb diet can eat them in moderation.

In this article, we look at the nutritional information for tomatoes and list other low carb fruits and vegetables that a person can include in their diet.


Carbs in tomatoes

The number of carbs in tomatoes can vary depending on the particular type of tomato or tomato product.

According to the Department of Agriculture (USDA), the carb counts of some common tomato varieties are:

one grape tomato — 0.307 grams (g)

one cherry tomato — 0.661 g

one Italian or plum tomato — 2.410 g

one medium tomato (about 123 g) — 4.780 g

1 cup chopped or sliced tomatoes (about 180 g) — 7.000 g

1 cup cherry tomatoes (about 149 g) — 5.800 g


Tomatoes offer a variety of nutrients, including:

vitamin C

potassium

calcium

vitamin A

phosphorus

folate


In addition, tomatoes contain a large number of antioxidants, such as:

lycopene

beta carotene

lutein

flavonoids

phenolic acids

tannins

People following a low carb diet should check the label of the tomato product for the total carbs and any added sugar.


Other low carb fruits and vegetables

People looking to limit their intake of vegetables that are higher in carbs should avoid starchy fruits and vegetables, such as potatoes, corn, and sweet potatoes.


According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), some low starch vegetables that a person can choose from include:

green beans

green cabbage

sugar snap peas

radishes

artichoke

peppers

broccoli

baby corn

onions

mushrooms

celery

okra

squash

asparagus

cauliflower

bamboo shoots

beets

carrots

bean sprouts

turnips

eggplant

Brussels sprouts

kale

turnip greens

collard greens

rutabaga

salad greens, such as lettuce, spinach, and arugula

leeks


People should keep in mind that most vegetables will have at least some carbohydrates in them. For people following a low carb diet, tomatoes can be a good choice.


It is important to note, however, that the variety and size of the tomato will change the number of carbs that it contains. These foods will not cause a large spike in blood sugar levels, and they are usually lower in sugar or carbs.

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