How many carbs are in a pear?
A medium pear (178g) has about 27g of carbohydrate and 22g of net carbs. The 5g of fiber per fruit helps moderate the glucose response compared with lower-fiber fruits.
Carbs by portion
| Portion | Total carbs | Fiber | Net carbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 medium pear (178g) | 27.1g | 5.5g | 21.6g |
| 1 small (148g) | 22.5g | 4.6g | 18.0g |
| 1 large (230g) | 35.0g | 7.1g | 27.9g |
| 1 cup, cubes (161g) | 24.5g | 5.0g | 19.5g |
| 100 grams | 15.2g | 3.1g | 12.1g |
Net carbs
A medium pear has about 22g of net carbs, which is total carbs (27g) minus fiber (6g). The fiber in a pear is mostly pectin, a soluble fiber that slows digestion. See the net carbs guide for when to subtract fiber and when not to.
Glycemic index of a pear
The glycemic index of a pear is about 38. Pears have a low glycemic index largely because of their high pectin content and because most of their sugar is fructose, which is metabolized differently than glucose and produces a slower blood sugar rise.
For diabetes
A medium pear's GI of 38 puts it among the gentler fruits for blood glucose. Still, 27g of total carbs is a real meal-plan item. Most U.S. care teams dose on total carbs. The fiber and pectin content do slow the rise compared with juice or ripe tropical fruit. A smaller pear or half of a medium pear fits more easily into a snack. See the diabetes carb-counting guide.
Keto and low carb
A medium pear has about 22g of net carbs, which is at or above a typical day's keto budget. Pears do not fit most keto plans. A few slices from one small pear (around 50g, about 6g of net carbs) can work if counted carefully.
Good to know
Pears ripen from the inside out, so by the time the skin feels soft the center is often already past peak. The flesh near the core has slightly more sugar than the outer flesh. Canned pears in heavy syrup roughly double the sugar load compared with fresh. Asian pears (also called apple pears) have a similar carb count but lower sugar content and a crunchier texture that does not soften the way European varieties do.
Full nutrition (per 100g)
- Calories: 57.0 kcal
- Carbohydrate: 15.23g
- Fiber: 3.1g
- Sugars: 9.75g
- Protein: 0.36g
- Fat: 0.14g
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How many carbs are in a pear?
A medium pear (178g) has about 27g of carbohydrate. A small pear is closer to 22g and a large one closer to 35g.
How many net carbs are in a pear?
A medium pear has about 22g of net carbs, which is total carbs (27g) minus about 6g of fiber.
What is the glycemic index of a pear?
Pears have a GI of about 38, which is low. The high pectin content and fructose-heavy sugar profile slow digestion and keep the blood sugar response gradual.
Are pears OK for diabetics?
Pears are a reasonable fruit choice for people with diabetes. The low GI and decent fiber content produce a slower glucose rise than many other fruits, but a medium pear still delivers 27g of total carbs that need to be counted.
Is a pear keto friendly?
No. A medium pear has about 22g of net carbs, which fills most or all of a daily keto carb budget. Very small portions can be worked in occasionally.