Guatemalan keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Adapting Guatemalan cuisine to keto is challenging due to the heavy reliance on corn, rice, and beans, requiring significant meal modification.
Top ingredients
Grilled meats (pollo, res, cerdo), avocado, eggs, and specific vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and chayote are good keto foundations.
Danger zones
Explicitly avoid tortillas, tamales, rice, beans, plantains, fruit-based drinks, and be wary of stews potentially thickened with masa or sugar.
Best for
This cuisine works best for experienced, disciplined keto dieters comfortable with custom orders and who prioritize protein and healthy fats over traditional carb-heavy sides.
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Ensalada de Nopalitos
Cactus Salad
A refreshing salad made from tender cooked nopales (cactus paddles), typically mixed with onions, tomatoes, ci…
4 net10 total6 fibre4 protein18 fat200 kcal
Chirmol
Grilled Tomato Salsa
A fresh and vibrant salsa made from grilled or roasted tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and chiles. It's a versatil…
6 net8 total2 fibre2 protein5 fat80 kcal
Ensalada de Aguacate
Avocado Salad with Olive Oil
A simple, refreshing, and naturally keto-friendly salad. Consisting primarily of sliced or diced ripe avocado,…
6 net18 total12 fibre6 protein45 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Ensalada de Rábano
Radish Salad
A simple, refreshing salad made primarily of thinly sliced radishes, often dressed with lime juice and a sprin…
3 net5 total2 fibre1 protein12 fat120 kcal
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Ensalada de Aguacate y Tomate
Avocado and Tomato Salad
A simple, refreshing salad featuring generous slices of ripe avocado and fresh tomatoes, typically dressed lig…
4 net12 total8 fibre4 protein32 fat350 kcal
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Ensalada de Berro y Huevo Duro
Watercress and Hard-boiled Egg Salad
A crisp and refreshing salad featuring peppery watercress, sliced hard-boiled eggs, thin slivers of red onion,…
4 net8 total4 fibre15 protein32 fat380 kcal
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Ensalada de Chayote con Huevo Duro y Cilantro
Chayote Salad with Hard-Boiled Egg and Cilantro
A refreshing and substantial cold salad featuring tender chunks of steamed chayote (güisquil), mixed with slic…
4 net8 total4 fibre12 protein22 fat280 kcal
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Ensalada de Rábano y Aguacate
Radish and Avocado Salad
A light and refreshing salad featuring thinly sliced radishes and creamy avocado, typically dressed with fresh…
4 net12 total8 fibre4 protein28 fat300 kcal
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Ensalada Fresca con Aguacate
Fresh Salad with Avocado and Oil & Vinegar
A simple yet refreshing side salad featuring crisp lettuce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and generous portions …
4 net10 total6 fibre6 protein30 fat350 kcal
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Picado de Rábano y Huevo
Radish and Egg Hash/Salad
A refreshing 'hash' or finely chopped salad of radishes, hard-boiled eggs, cilantro, and onion, dressed simply…
4 net8 total4 fibre15 protein24 fat300 kcal
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Chayote Asado con Queso y Loroco
Roasted Chayote with Cheese and Loroco
Halves or slices of chayote (güisquil) roasted or grilled until tender, then topped with savory local cheese a…
5 net8 total3 fibre12 protein22 fat280 kcal
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Chirmol Asado
Roasted Tomato and Herb Salsa
A traditional Guatemalan salsa made from fire-roasted tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and sometimes mild chilies, …
5 net8 total3 fibre2 protein9 fat120 kcal
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Chirmol Fresco
Fresh Grilled Tomato Salsa
A staple Guatemalan condiment, chirmol is a vibrant and fresh salsa typically made from grilled or roasted tom…
5 net8 total3 fibre2 protein4 fat60 kcal
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Chirmol (Keto Tomato and Herb Salsa)
Guatemalan Tomato and Herb Salsa
A fresh and vibrant salsa made from fire-roasted or boiled tomatoes, finely chopped onion, cilantro, and somet…
5 net8 total3 fibre2 protein5 fat80 kcal
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Ejotes Salteados con Tomate y Queso Seco
Sautéed Green Beans with Tomato and Dry Cheese
Fresh green beans (ejotes) quickly sautéed with diced ripe tomatoes, seasoned, and topped with crumbled, salty…
5 net9 total4 fibre12 protein22 fat280 kcal
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Ensalada de Berros
Watercress Salad with Vinaigrette
A refreshing and simple salad primarily featuring peppery watercress, often dressed lightly with olive oil, li…
5 net8 total3 fibre5 protein25 fat300 kcal
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Ensalada de Berros con Aguacate
Watercress Salad with Avocado
A refreshing and simple Guatemalan salad featuring peppery watercress, sliced tomatoes, red onion, and generou…
5 net12 total7 fibre4 protein32 fat350 kcal
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Ensalada de Chipilín y Rábano con Queso Seco
Chipilín and Radish Salad with Dry Cheese
A refreshing and unique salad featuring fresh chipilín leaves (an aromatic Central American herb), thinly slic…
5 net9 total4 fibre18 protein30 fat380 kcal
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Ensalada de Quiletes con Queso Fresco y Aguacate
Amaranth Greens Salad with Fresh Cheese and Avocado
A delightful and nutritious Guatemalan salad featuring fresh, tender quiletes (amaranth greens), tossed with g…
5 net10 total5 fibre15 protein30 fat380 kcal
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Ensalada de Rábano y Cilantro
Radish and Cilantro Salad
A simple, refreshing, and crisp side salad made from thinly sliced radishes, finely chopped fresh cilantro, an…
5 net10 total5 fibre2 protein7 fat120 kcal
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Ensalada de Rábano y Pepino con Cilantro
Radish and Cucumber Salad with Cilantro
A bright and refreshing, crunchy salad featuring thinly sliced radishes and cucumbers, tossed with an abundanc…
5 net8 total3 fibre2 protein15 fat180 kcal
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Guisquil Salteado con Mantequilla
Sautéed Chayote with Butter
A simple and delicious side dish of fresh chayote (locally known as güisquil) sautéed with butter, garlic, sal…
5 net9 total4 fibre3 protein24 fat250 kcal
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Guisquil Salteado con Mantequilla o Crema
Sautéed Chayote with Butter or Cream
Chayote (güisquil), a mild squash-like vegetable, sautéed until tender and seasoned simply with butter or rich…
5 net8 total3 fibre3 protein25 fat250 kcal
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Iguaxte de Güisquil
Chayote Squash in Toasted Seed Sauce
Tender chayote (güisquil) squash cooked in a rich, savory sauce made from toasted and ground pumpkin seeds (pe…
5 net10 total5 fibre12 protein30 fat350 kcal
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Chiles Toreados
Fried or Grilled Spicy Peppers
Whole jalapeño or serrano peppers, fried or grilled until blistered and slightly softened, often seasoned with…
6 net10 total4 fibre3 protein20 fat250 kcal
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Ejotes con Loroco Salteados
Sautéed Green Beans with Loroco Flower
Fresh green beans sautéed to a tender-crisp texture with the distinct, aromatic loroco flower buds, garlic, an…
6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein20 fat250 kcal
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Ejotes Salteados con Tocino y Queso Seco (Keto)
Sautéed Green Beans with Bacon and Dry Cheese (Keto)
Fresh green beans (ejotes) sautéed until tender-crisp with savory bacon bits and crumbled queso seco (dry aged…
6 net10 total4 fibre18 protein30 fat380 kcal
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Ensalada de Loroco
Loroco Flower Salad
A simple and refreshing salad featuring loroco flowers (an edible flower with a distinct, subtle flavor), ofte…
6 net10 total4 fibre3 protein20 fat250 kcal
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Ensalada de Pacaya (Keto Pacaya Flower Salad)
Pacaya Flower Salad
A unique and refreshing salad featuring pacaya flowers (a type of palm flower with a slightly bitter, artichok…
6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein20 fat250 kcal
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Ensalada Mixta con Aderezo de Aceite y Vinagre
Mixed Green Salad with Oil and Vinegar Dressing
A simple mixed green salad, typically featuring lettuce, cucumber, and sometimes small amounts of tomato and o…
6 net10 total4 fibre4 protein30 fat300 kcal
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Güisquil Salteado
Sautéed Chayote Squash
Tender chayote squash (güisquil), a mild and versatile vegetable, sautéed simply with garlic, onion, and a tou…
6 net10 total4 fibre4 protein22 fat250 kcal
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Güisquil Salteado con Ajo y Hierbas
Sautéed Chayote with Garlic and Herbs
Tender chayote squash (güisquil) lightly sautéed with garlic, onion, and fresh herbs (like cilantro or parsley…
6 net10 total4 fibre3 protein18 fat200 kcal
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Güisquil Salteado con Queso Fresco y Loroco
Sautéed Chayote with Fresh Cheese and Loroco Flowers
Tender slices of chayote (güisquil) lightly sautéed until tender-crisp, combined with fragrant loroco flowers …
6 net11 total5 fibre18 protein26 fat320 kcal
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Pacayas Envueltas en Huevo
Egg-Battered Pacaya Fritters (No Starchy Sides)
Bitter pacaya palm flowers dipped in a simple egg batter and pan-fried, often served with a light tomato sauce…
6 net10 total4 fibre20 protein30 fat400 kcal
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Picado de Rábano, Pepino y Aguacate con Queso Seco (Keto)
Diced Radish, Cucumber & Avocado Salad with Dry Cheese (Keto)
A refreshing and crunchy chopped salad (picado) featuring crisp radishes, cool cucumber, creamy avocado, and c…
6 net12 total6 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
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Chirmol de Tomate Fresco
Fresh Tomato Salsa (No Sugar Added)
A traditional fresh Guatemalan salsa, often made with fire-roasted tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and chiles. It'…
7 net10 total3 fibre3 protein12 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
Chirmol (Keto Side)
Roasted Tomato & Cilantro Salsa (Keto Side)
A fresh and vibrant side salsa made from fire-roasted tomatoes, finely diced onions, and plenty of fresh cilan…
7 net10 total3 fibre2 protein5 fat100 kcal
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Ejotes Envueltos en Huevo
Egg-Battered Green Bean Fritters (No Starchy Sides)
Fresh green beans (ejotes) blanched, then coated in a whisked egg batter and pan-fried until golden. Typically…
7 net12 total5 fibre18 protein28 fat380 kcal
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Ensalada de Aguacate (Keto-friendly)
Avocado Salad (Keto-style)
A simple yet essential Guatemalan side salad featuring fresh avocado slices, often with lettuce, tomato, and a…
7 net15 total8 fibre5 protein40 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Ensalada Mixta con Aguacate
Mixed Salad with Avocado
A simple, refreshing side salad typically consisting of lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and radishes, often dres…
7 net15 total8 fibre4 protein30 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Güisquil Salteado (Chayote)
Sautéed Chayote (Güisquil)
Tender chayote squash (güisquil) lightly sautéed with garlic and herbs. A common and naturally low-carb vegeta…
7 net12 total5 fibre3 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Chirmol con Aguacate
Fresh Tomato Salsa with Avocado
A classic Guatemalan fresh salsa made from roasted or grilled tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, typically served…
8 net18 total10 fibre4 protein35 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Chirmol de Tomate Asado (Keto)
Roasted Tomato Salsa with Cilantro (Keto Side)
A fresh, smoky salsa made from fire-roasted tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and often a touch of chile. Naturally …
8 net12 total4 fibre2 protein7 fat100 kcal
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Ejotes con Crema y Loroco
Green Beans with Cream and Loroco
Fresh green beans sautéed to tenderness and simmered in a rich, creamy sauce, subtly flavored with the distinc…
8 net12 total4 fibre7 protein30 fat350 kcal
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Ensalada de Chayote con Aguacate
Chayote and Avocado Salad
A light and refreshing salad featuring tender, steamed chayote (a mild squash), generously sliced ripe avocado…
8 net18 total10 fibre5 protein40 fat450 kcal
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Ensalada de Nopalitos con Aguacate
Cactus Paddle Salad with Avocado
A refreshing and tangy salad featuring tender nopalitos (cactus paddles), prepared with fresh cilantro, onion,…
8 net18 total10 fibre8 protein45 fat500 kcal
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Guisado de Güisquil con Queso y Loroco
Chayote Stew with Cheese and Loroco
A hearty vegetarian stew featuring tender chayote (güisquil) cubes simmered with fresh loroco flowers, onions,…
9 net15 total6 fibre18 protein30 fat380 kcal