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
Kounoupidi Tiganito (Χωρίς Αλεύρι)
Fried Cauliflower (No Flour Batter)
Cauliflower florets traditionally lightly battered and fried. For keto, it must be ordered without the flour b…
6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein23 fat250 kcal
Manitaria A La Creme
Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
A decadent appetizer or side dish featuring sautéed mushrooms (often a mix of varieties) smothered in a rich a…
6 net8 total2 fibre10 protein45 fat500 kcal
Keto Bamies Latheres (χωρίς πατάτες)
Keto Okra Stewed in Olive Oil and Tomato (No Potatoes)
Fresh okra pods stewed in a rich tomato sauce with generous olive oil, onions, and herbs, modified to exclude …
13 net22 total9 fibre6 protein40 fat480 kcal
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Μελιτζάνες Τηγανητές (χωρίς αλεύρι)
Fried Eggplant (without flour)
Slices of eggplant pan-fried until tender and lightly browned, seasoned with salt and sometimes a touch of gar…
4 net8 total4 fibre3 protein25 fat250 kcal
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Αγκινάρες Σχάρας
Grilled Artichokes
Fresh artichoke hearts, grilled until tender, then dressed with ample extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juic…
6 net18 total12 fibre7 protein25 fat250 kcal
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Keto Agkinares Latheres (Xoris Patates)
Keto Artichokes in Olive Oil (No Potatoes)
Fresh artichoke hearts braised in olive oil with dill and lemon juice, a classic Greek 'lathero' dish. Prepare…
9 net18 total9 fibre8 protein28 fat320 kcal
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Ποικιλία Λαχανικών Σχάρας
Mixed Grilled Vegetables Platter
An assortment of seasonal vegetables, typically including zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, and mushrooms, gri…
15 net25 total10 fibre10 protein35 fat380 kcal