Coconut Milk (Light, Canned)
Dairy · Milk
Light canned coconut milk is low FODMAP at 60 ml, approximately ¼ cup. An additional low reference of 500 g is recorded by weight; it is not a suggested serving or a measured volume.
Serving sizes for coconut milk (light, canned)
The standard low portion is 60 ml. The additional 500 g low reference is a weight, not a recommended serving or volume conversion.
Tested serving sizes
| Serving | Amount | Main FODMAP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | 60 ml | None detected |
Breakdown for 0.25 cups
Is coconut milk (light, canned) low FODMAP?
All six FODMAP groups are low at the standard portion, with no moderate or high reference supplied for this preparation. Keep the two units distinct: the standard cooking portion is a volume, while the larger reference is a weight. This entry does not provide a density conversion between them.
Coconut Milk (Light, Canned) and IBS: what to know
For IBS, focus on the amount in your own bowl rather than the size of the can used for a whole recipe. A green rating does not predict every person's response to a curry, soup or dessert containing other ingredients. Note the product, portion and recipe when comparing your experience.
Gut-friendly ways to eat coconut milk (light, canned)
Measure the milk before adding it to a shared soup or sauce, and divide by the actual servings. Stir the can's contents together before portioning for an even mixture. Confirm that you have light canned coconut milk rather than a drinking carton, coconut cream or a condensed product. Coconut milk with inulin and condensed coconut milk have separate guides.
Frequently asked questions
How much light canned coconut milk is low FODMAP?
The standard reference is 60 ml, approximately ¼ cup. Measure the portion allocated to your serving of a shared recipe.
Does the larger reference mean I should use half a litre?
No. The additional reference is 500 g by weight, not half a litre, and it is not a serving recommendation. No exact weight-to-volume conversion is established here.
Can I use the same guide for regular canned coconut milk?
Use the entry for the exact preparation. Light canned milk, regular canned milk and coconut cream should not inherit one another's portion figures.
How do I count it in a curry?
Divide the coconut milk added by the portions actually served, then assess the curry paste, vegetables and other ingredients independently. The milk's rating alone does not describe the whole curry.
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