Greek keto guide
Safe Harbor
230 dishes118 keto as served128 with a photo
Keto friendliness
A Mediterranean haven for keto, naturally emphasizing olive oil, fatty meats, and low-carb vegetables over heavy starches.
Top ingredients
Souvlaki (grilled meat skewers), feta cheese, halloumi, kalamata olives, copious olive oil, and fresh salads.
Danger zones
Pita bread is served with everything; beware of potatoes roasted in lemon juice, and phyllo dough pastries like baklava.
Best for
Clean keto and Mediterranean-keto dieters seeking heart-healthy fats, fresh flavors, and simple grilled proteins.
What to drink
Drinks you will see at Greek restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.
Order these
- KetoMountain Tea tsai tou vounou (τσάι του βουνού) · 0g net carbs as usually served
- Ask firstGreek Coffee ellinikós kafés (ελληνικός καφές) · 4g net carbs as usually servedOrder it 'sketo' (σκέτο, plain). 'Metrio' is medium; 'glyko' is sweet.
- Ask firstFreddo Espresso · 10g net carbs as usually servedOrder it 'sketo'.
- Ask firstFrappé frappé (φραπέ) · 15g net carbs as usually servedOrder it 'sketo' (no sugar). A splash of milk adds about 2g.
- Ask firstFreddo Cappuccino · 15g net carbs as usually servedOrder it 'sketo'. The milk foam still adds about 4g.
Skip these
- SkipSour Cherry Drink vyssináda (βυσσινάδα) · 30g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order sparkling water with lemon instead.
- SkipGreek Orange Soda portokaláda (πορτοκαλάδα) · 33g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order sparkling water with lemon instead.
- SkipAlmond Syrup Drink soumada (σουμάδα) · 35g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order mountain tea instead.
7 matching dishes
Horta me Avga
Greens with Fried Eggs
A simple yet nourishing dish combining tender, earthy boiled wild greens (such as dandelion, chicory, or musta…
4 net8 total4 fibre20 protein38 fat450 kcal
Hoirino me Selino Avgolemono
Pork with Celery and Egg-Lemon Sauce (No Celery Root)
Tender chunks of pork (often shoulder or leg) slow-cooked with celery stalks in a classic creamy, tangy avgole…
5 net7 total2 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
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Anthotyro Mezedaki
Fresh Anthotyro Cheese Slices as Meze
Soft, fresh Anthotyro cheese (a mild whey cheese, often made from sheep's and goat's milk) served in slices as…
3 net3 total0 fibre20 protein25 fat320 kcal
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Rofos Psitos me Votana kai Lemon
Baked Whole Grouper with Herbs and Lemon
A majestic whole grouper, generously seasoned with olive oil, fresh herbs like oregano and parsley, and lemon …
3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein40 fat650 kcal
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Hohlioi Bourbouristi
Fried Snails with Rosemary and Vinegar
A rustic and authentic Cretan delicacy where snails are quickly pan-fried in olive oil with fresh rosemary unt…
4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
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Radikia Salata
Dandelion Greens Salad with Olive Oil and Lemon
Blanched or lightly cooked wild dandelion greens, dressed simply with extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon j…
4 net7 total3 fibre3 protein28 fat280 kcal
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Arni me Selino (Keto-Style)
Lamb and Celery Stew (Keto-Style, No Avgolemono)
Tender lamb pieces slow-cooked with celery, onions, and fresh herbs (like dill and parsley) in a light, savory…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal