Colombian keto guide
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164 dishes43 keto as served126 with a photo
Keto friendliness
Colombian cuisine is highly challenging for keto dieters due to its foundational reliance on high-carb staples.
Top ingredients
Excellent traditional keto ingredients include various meats (beef, chicken, pork belly/chicharrón), eggs, avocado, and limited cheeses.
Danger zones
Arepas, empanadas, rice, potatoes (papas), plantains (plátanos), yuca, and most traditional soups or stews are unavoidable carb traps in authentic meals.
Best for
This cuisine works best for highly disciplined keto dieters who are comfortable with extreme customization, deconstructing dishes, and primarily ordering plain meats or salads.
41 matching dishes
Chicharrón
Fried Pork Belly
Crispy, deep-fried pork belly, a popular and naturally keto-friendly Colombian delicacy. It's often served as …
0 net0 total0 fibre50 protein134 fat1406 kcal
Consomé de Pollo (Keto)
Keto Chicken Consommé
A traditional Colombian clear, rich chicken broth, slow-cooked to extract maximum flavor and nutrients. Served…
3 net4 total1 fibre12 protein15 fat200 kcal
Huevos Estrellados con Tocino y Aguacate
Fried Eggs with Bacon and Avocado
A hearty breakfast or light meal featuring perfectly fried eggs ('estrellados') served alongside crispy bacon …
3 net10 total7 fibre35 protein75 fat850 kcal
Aguacate Relleno con Camarones (Keto)
Avocado Stuffed with Shrimp Salad (Keto)
Creamy avocado halves generously filled with a zesty shrimp salad, typically made with mayonnaise, lime juice,…
4 net12 total8 fibre25 protein50 fat600 kcal
Calamares al Ajillo con Aguacate
Garlic Squid with Avocado
Tender squid rings sautéed generously in olive oil, garlic, and sometimes a touch of white wine or lemon juice…
4 net10 total6 fibre45 protein70 fat800 kcal
Camarones al Ajillo
Garlic Shrimp
Plump shrimp sautéed in abundant olive oil or butter with generous amounts of minced garlic and a touch of chi…
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
Criadillas Fritas / Asadas
Fried / Grilled Bull Testicles
Bull testicles, typically sliced and either pan-fried to a golden crisp or grilled until tender. A delicacy in…
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Huevos con Carne Desmechada
Scrambled Eggs with Shredded Beef
A hearty and popular Colombian breakfast or brunch dish featuring fluffy scrambled eggs combined with tender, …
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
Corazones de Res a la Plancha
Grilled Beef Hearts with Keto Vegetables
Skewers or slices of marinated beef hearts, grilled to perfection and simply seasoned. Served with a side of s…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
Ensalada de Aguacate con Pollo a la Plancha
Avocado Salad with Grilled Chicken
A refreshing salad featuring generous chunks of ripe avocado, often mixed with onion, tomato, and cilantro, to…
5 net12 total7 fibre45 protein45 fat620 kcal
Ensalada de Champiñones con Tocino y Aguacate
Mushroom, Bacon, and Avocado Salad
A satisfying and flavorful salad featuring earthy sautéed mushrooms, crispy bacon bits, and creamy avocado sli…
5 net10 total5 fibre15 protein40 fat480 kcal
Pulpo a la Parrilla con Ensalada Verde
Grilled Octopus with Green Salad
Tender octopus tentacles, grilled to perfection, often marinated simply with olive oil, garlic, and herbs. Ser…
5 net10 total5 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
Caldo de Menudencias
Offal Broth
A traditional clear broth made from boiling various beef offal (like tripe, liver, heart) with herbs and spice…
6 net8 total2 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
Camarones Encebollados con Aguacate
Shrimp with Sautéed Onions and Avocado
Succulent shrimp sautéed with plenty of thinly sliced onions, garlic, and a touch of tomato, creating a flavor…
6 net12 total6 fibre60 protein45 fat700 kcal
Champiñones Salteados
Sautéed Mushrooms
Fresh mushrooms, typically cremini or button, sautéed in butter or olive oil with garlic and herbs until tende…
6 net8 total2 fibre6 protein23 fat250 kcal
Ensalada de Atún con Vegetales Frescos
Tuna Salad Platter with Fresh Mixed Greens
A generous scoop of creamy tuna salad (made with tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion) served on a crisp bed of fre…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
Ensalada de Camarones con Aguacate y Pimentones Asados
Shrimp, Avocado, and Roasted Bell Pepper Salad
A vibrant and satisfying salad featuring plump, cooked shrimp, creamy avocado slices, and tender roasted bell …
6 net12 total6 fibre35 protein40 fat550 kcal
Ensalada de Pollo Desmechado, Aguacate y Tocineta
Shredded Chicken, Avocado, and Bacon Salad
A hearty and satisfying salad featuring tender shredded chicken breast, creamy avocado, crispy bacon bits, mix…
6 net12 total6 fibre48 protein55 fat700 kcal
Ensalada de Repollo con Tocineta y Aguacate
Cabbage Salad with Bacon and Avocado
A refreshing and hearty salad featuring finely shredded cabbage, crispy bacon bits, and creamy diced avocado, …
6 net12 total6 fibre15 protein40 fat450 kcal
Ensalada Fresca de Mariscos con Aderezo Cítrico (Sin Fruta)
Fresh Seafood Salad with Citrus Dressing (No Fruit)
A refreshing salad featuring a variety of cooked seafood (shrimp, calamari, mussels, octopus) mixed with crisp…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein38 fat550 kcal
Huevo Perico con Aguacate
Colombian Scrambled Eggs (Perico Style) with Avocado
Fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with a sautéed sofrito of fresh tomatoes and onions, served with sliced avocado. A…
6 net12 total6 fibre25 protein45 fat550 kcal
Mollejas al Ajillo
Chicken Gizzards Sautéed in Garlic Sauce with Keto Sides
Tender chicken gizzards sautéed in a rich garlic, butter, and olive oil sauce, seasoned with herbs. Served as …
6 net7 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Trucha a la Plancha con Vegetales Asados
Grilled Trout with Roasted Keto Vegetables
A whole grilled trout, simply seasoned with herbs, lemon, and olive oil, served with a generous side of assort…
6 net10 total4 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
Ensalada de Palmitos y Aguacate (Keto)
Heart of Palm and Avocado Salad (Keto)
A refreshing salad featuring tender hearts of palm, creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, and sometimes other non-sta…
7 net15 total8 fibre5 protein40 fat450 kcal
Ensalada de Pulpo
Octopus Salad
A refreshing salad made with tender, cooked octopus, mixed with chopped red onion, bell peppers (red and green…
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
Lomo de Cerdo a la Plancha con Champiñones Salteados
Grilled Pork Loin with Sautéed Garlic Mushrooms and Keto Side
Tender grilled pork loin slices served with generous portions of mushrooms sautéed in garlic and butter. This …
7 net10 total3 fibre65 protein60 fat800 kcal
Mollejas de Pollo Encebolladas con Aguacate
Chicken Gizzards with Sautéed Onions and Avocado
Tender chicken gizzards, slowly cooked until soft, then sautéed with a generous amount of sweet onions. Served…
7 net12 total5 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
Champiñones Rellenos de Carne y Queso
Stuffed Mushrooms with Ground Beef and Cheese
Large mushroom caps filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef and melted cheese, baked until golden…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
Queso Asado con Hogao y Aguacate
Grilled Cheese with Hogao and Avocado
Thick slices of firm white cheese (like queso costeño or halloumi) grilled until golden and slightly smoky. It…
8 net15 total7 fibre40 protein60 fat750 kcal
Changua
Colombian Milk and Egg Soup
A traditional Colombian breakfast soup made with milk, eggs, cilantro, and scallions. Served hot and comfortin…
9 net10 total1 fibre18 protein38 fat450 kcal
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Ají de Aguacate (Keto)
Keto Avocado Hot Sauce/Dip
A rich and creamy, mildly spicy condiment or substantial side dish made from ripe avocados, fresh cilantro, wh…
3 net10 total7 fibre3 protein35 fat350 kcal
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Chorizo Santarrosano a la Plancha con Aguacate
Grilled Santarrosano Chorizo with Avocado
Authentic grilled Chorizo Santarrosano, a specific regional pork sausage known for its unique seasoning and fl…
3 net8 total5 fibre30 protein65 fat750 kcal
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Plato de Quesos Costeños y Frescos con Aceitunas y Aguacate (Keto)
Plate of Coastal and Fresh Colombian Cheeses with Olives and Avocado (Keto)
An inviting cold appetizer platter featuring an assortment of traditional Colombian cheeses. This typically in…
4 net10 total6 fibre40 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Huevos al Vapor con Tocineta y Queso
Steamed Eggs with Bacon and Cheese
Fluffy steamed eggs combined with crispy bacon bits and generous chunks of melted white, salty Colombian chees…
5 net5 total0 fibre40 protein55 fat650 kcal
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Revoltillo de Huevo, Queso y Tocino
Scrambled Eggs with Cheese and Bacon
Creamy scrambled eggs mixed with melted cheese (e.g., mozzarella or costeño) and crispy bacon bits. A classic,…
5 net5 total0 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Ensalada de Huevo, Aguacate y Tocino
Egg, Avocado, and Bacon Salad
A refreshing salad featuring hard-boiled eggs, creamy avocado slices, and crispy bacon bits, tossed with fresh…
6 net12 total6 fibre25 protein50 fat600 kcal
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Fritura de Chicharrón, Huevo y Queso
Chicharrón, Egg, and Cheese Scramble
Crispy fried pork belly (chicharrón) cut into pieces, scrambled with eggs and melted cheese (e.g., Queso Coste…
6 net6 total0 fibre45 protein70 fat800 kcal
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Huevos Rellenos de Atún y Aguacate (Keto)
Deviled Eggs with Tuna and Avocado (Keto)
Hard-boiled eggs halved and filled with a creamy mixture of tuna, mashed avocado, mayonnaise, and seasonings. …
6 net10 total4 fibre35 protein50 fat580 kcal
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Revoltillo de Huevo con Champiñones y Tocineta (Keto)
Scrambled Eggs with Mushrooms and Bacon (Keto)
A hearty serving of fluffy scrambled eggs ('revoltillo'), cooked to perfection and generously mixed with earth…
6 net8 total2 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Champiñones a la Plancha con Tocino y Queso Fundido (Keto)
Grilled Mushrooms with Bacon and Melted Cheese (Keto)
Button or Portobello mushrooms grilled until tender, topped with crispy bacon pieces and melted cheese (like m…
7 net12 total5 fibre30 protein60 fat670 kcal
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Crema de Espárragos (Keto)
Cream of Asparagus Soup (Keto)
A comforting and velvety cream soup made from fresh asparagus, rich heavy cream, and savory broth. A perfect l…
7 net12 total5 fibre10 protein55 fat550 kcal