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.
15 matching dishes
Ρόκα Σαλάτα με Παρμεζάνα
Arugula Salad with Parmesan
A refreshing salad made primarily with fresh arugula leaves, often topped with shaved Parmesan cheese and dres…
3 net5 total2 fibre10 protein23 fat250 kcal
Asparagia Skaras
Grilled Asparagus
Fresh asparagus spears grilled simply with olive oil, salt, and pepper until tender-crisp. A healthy and natur…
3 net6 total3 fibre4 protein14 fat150 kcal
Glistrida Salata
Purslane Salad (Olive Oil & Lemon Dressing)
A refreshing salad made with fresh purslane leaves, often dressed simply with olive oil and lemon juice. Somet…
4 net8 total4 fibre3 protein25 fat250 kcal
Horta Vrasta
Boiled Wild Greens with Olive Oil & Lemon
A simple and authentic Greek side dish of various seasonal wild greens (such as dandelion, chicory, or mustard…
4 net8 total4 fibre5 protein25 fat250 kcal
Maroulosalata
Romaine Lettuce Salad with Dill & Scallions
A crisp and refreshing Greek green salad featuring shredded romaine lettuce, fresh dill, and thinly sliced sca…
4 net6 total2 fibre2 protein20 fat200 kcal
Melitzanes Psites
Grilled Eggplant Slices
Thick slices of eggplant, grilled until tender, often drizzled with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs. Can be…
4 net10 total6 fibre3 protein25 fat250 kcal
Spanaki Salata me Ladi kai Lemon
Fresh Spinach Salad with Olive Oil and Lemon
A simple and refreshing salad of fresh spinach leaves dressed generously with extra virgin olive oil and fresh…
4 net7 total3 fibre5 protein42 fat420 kcal
Manitaria Skaras
Grilled Mushrooms
Large mushroom caps (often portobello) or mixed smaller mushrooms grilled with olive oil, garlic, and herbs li…
5 net8 total3 fibre5 protein18 fat200 kcal
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Κάπαρη Σαλάτα
Caper Salad
A tangy and savory salad made primarily from capers, often mixed with finely chopped red onion, olive oil, and…
2 net4 total2 fibre2 protein15 fat150 kcal
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Kritamos Salata
Pickled Sea Fennel Salad
Wild sea fennel (kritamos), often lightly blanched or pickled, served as a refreshing salad with olive oil and…
2 net4 total2 fibre1 protein18 fat180 kcal
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Αγκιναροσαλάτα
Artichoke Heart Salad
A refreshing cold salad featuring tender artichoke hearts, typically marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, and …
3 net8 total5 fibre3 protein20 fat200 kcal
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Kolokithakia Skaras
Grilled Zucchini Slices
Slices of zucchini grilled until tender with prominent grill marks, seasoned with generous olive oil, salt, pe…
4 net6 total2 fibre3 protein12 fat150 kcal
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Αγριομανιτάρια με Λάδι και Ξύδι
Wild Mushroom Salad with Oil and Vinegar
A simple and earthy cold salad of wild mushrooms (e.g., pleurotus, oyster mushrooms), dressed lightly with oli…
4 net6 total2 fibre5 protein15 fat180 kcal
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Kounoupidi Skaras
Grilled Cauliflower Steaks/Florets
Thick slices or florets of cauliflower grilled until tender-crisp and lightly charred, seasoned simply with a …
5 net10 total5 fibre6 protein15 fat180 kcal
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Άγρια Χόρτα Σαλάτα
Wild Greens Salad
A refreshing and nutritious salad made from various foraged wild greens (such as dandelion, chicory, or mustar…
5 net10 total5 fibre5 protein30 fat300 kcal