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Italian keto guide

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Italian food
459 dishes169 keto as served160 with a photo

Keto friendliness

Italian cuisine is easily adaptable for keto dieters willing to make conscious substitutions and avoid traditional carb staples.

Top ingredients

Excellent traditional keto ingredients include olive oil, cured meats (prosciutto, salami), various cheeses (Parmesan, Pecorino, mozzarella), fresh fish, seafood, beef, chicken, eggs, and non-starchy vegetables like spinach, broccoli rabe, zucchini, and eggplant.

Danger zones

The biggest carb traps are pasta, pizza, risotto, bread products, sugary tomato sauces, flour-thickened sauces, and all traditional desserts.

Best for

This cuisine works best for adaptable keto dieters who can focus on meat, fish, cheese, and vegetable-based dishes, avoiding starches and sugars.

What to drink

Drinks you will see at Italian restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.

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29 matching dishes

Cicoria Ripassata
Sautéed Chicory
Bitter chicory greens blanched and then quickly sautéed in olive oil with garlic and a touch of chili.…
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3 net8 total5 fibre3 protein25 fat250 kcal
Insalata di Funghi Crudi e Parmigiano
Raw Mushroom and Parmesan Salad
A refreshing and simple salad made with thinly sliced raw mushrooms (often porcini or cremini) dressed with ex…
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4 net6 total2 fibre10 protein20 fat250 kcal
Spinaci Saltati con Aglio e Olio
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic and Oil
A classic Italian vegetable side dish featuring fresh spinach quickly sautéed with fragrant garlic and robust …
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4 net8 total4 fibre5 protein30 fat300 kcal
Zucchini Grigliati con Menta e Aglio
Grilled Zucchini with Mint and Garlic
Simple and refreshing, this side dish features zucchini slices grilled until tender-crisp, then tossed with fr…
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5 net8 total3 fibre3 protein30 fat300 kcal
Carciofi Sott'Olio
Marinated Artichoke Hearts in Olive Oil
Tender artichoke hearts, preserved and marinated in flavorful extra virgin olive oil, often with garlic and he…
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6 net12 total6 fibre5 protein40 fat400 kcal
Cavolfiore Gratinato
Baked Cauliflower Gratin with Parmesan
Tender florets of cauliflower baked in a rich, creamy sauce (typically a heavy cream and cheese base, though t…
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6 net10 total4 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
Finocchi al Forno con Parmigiano
Baked Fennel with Parmesan
Tender slices of fresh fennel baked until caramelized and topped with grated Parmesan cheese, creating a delic…
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6 net10 total4 fibre15 protein25 fat300 kcal
Fagiolini al Burro e Parmigiano
Green Beans with Butter and Parmesan
Fresh green beans lightly steamed or blanched until tender-crisp, then tossed generously in melted butter and …
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7 net12 total5 fibre8 protein25 fat280 kcal
Melanzane a Funghetto
Sautéed Eggplant (Mushroom Style)
Eggplant cut into small cubes (resembling mushrooms) and sautéed with garlic, cherry tomatoes, and basil in ol…
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7 net14 total7 fibre4 protein30 fat320 kcal
Peperoni Arrostiti
Roasted Bell Peppers
Sweet bell peppers roasted until tender and slightly charred, then marinated in olive oil, garlic, and herbs.…
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8 net12 total4 fibre3 protein28 fat280 kcal
Broccoli Saltati con Aglio e Olio
Sautéed Broccoli with Garlic and Olive Oil
Fresh broccoli florets and tender stems quickly sautéed in abundant extra virgin olive oil with thinly sliced …
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9 net18 total9 fibre9 protein30 fat350 kcal
Verdure Miste Grigliate
Mixed Grilled Vegetables
An assortment of seasonal low-carb vegetables (e.g., eggplant, bell peppers, fennel, radicchio) expertly grill…
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9 net15 total6 fibre5 protein22 fat250 kcal
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Insalata di Puntarelle (Semplice)
Simple Puntarelle Salad
Crisp chicory hearts (puntarelle) thinly sliced and typically dressed simply with high-quality olive oil, a sq…
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3 net6 total3 fibre2 protein20 fat200 kcal
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Insalata di Scarola, Olive Nere e Peperoncino
Escarole Salad with Black Olives and Chili
A vibrant and refreshing cold salad featuring crisp, slightly bitter escarole leaves, balanced by the rich sal…
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3 net7 total4 fibre3 protein35 fat350 kcal
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Radicchio alla Griglia
Grilled Radicchio
Fresh radicchio halves or quarters, simply grilled or pan-seared until slightly tender and charred, then dress…
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3 net5 total2 fibre1 protein15 fat150 kcal
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Bieta Saltata
Sautéed Swiss Chard
Fresh Swiss chard sautéed simply with garlic and extra virgin olive oil until tender, often with a hint of chi…
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4 net7 total3 fibre5 protein28 fat280 kcal
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Insalata Mista (Condimento a base di Olio d'Oliva e Aceto)
Mixed Green Salad with Olive Oil and Vinegar Dressing
A simple, refreshing mixed green salad featuring a variety of seasonal leafy greens like arugula, radicchio, a…
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4 net8 total4 fibre3 protein25 fat250 kcal
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Indivia Saltata in Padella
Sautéed Endive
A classic Italian side dish featuring Belgian endive (or sometimes curly endive/escarole) sautéed in a pan wit…
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5 net10 total5 fibre3 protein50 fat500 kcal
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Insalata di Carciofi Crudi con Scaglie di Parmigiano
Raw Artichoke Salad with Parmesan Shavings
A fresh and vibrant salad made from thinly sliced raw artichoke hearts, dressed simply with extra virgin olive…
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5 net10 total5 fibre10 protein20 fat250 kcal
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Melanzane Grigliate con Erbe
Grilled Eggplant with Herbs
Slices of fresh eggplant grilled until tender, seasoned simply with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil. A …
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5 net10 total5 fibre3 protein18 fat200 kcal
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Fagiolini in Padella con Aglio e Olio
Pan-fried Green Beans with Garlic and Olive Oil
Fresh green beans lightly pan-fried in extra virgin olive oil with sliced garlic until tender-crisp. A simple,…
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6 net10 total4 fibre3 protein22 fat250 kcal
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Funghi Cardoncelli alla Griglia
Grilled King Oyster Mushrooms
Thick slices or whole king oyster mushrooms (Cardoncelli), prized for their firm, meaty texture, grilled until…
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6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein23 fat250 kcal
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Funghi Porcini al Forno con Erbe
Baked Porcini Mushrooms with Herbs
Fresh porcini mushrooms, prized for their earthy flavor, simply baked with olive oil, garlic, and aromatic her…
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6 net10 total4 fibre6 protein25 fat280 kcal
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Carciofi Arrostiti
Roasted Artichokes
Whole or halved artichokes, trimmed and roasted until tender, seasoned with olive oil, garlic, and herbs. A ru…
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7 net15 total8 fibre5 protein20 fat250 kcal
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Carciofi Saltati con Aglio e Menta
Sautéed Artichokes with Garlic and Mint
Tender artichoke hearts, typically fresh or frozen, quickly sautéed in generous extra virgin olive oil with mi…
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7 net15 total8 fibre5 protein28 fat300 kcal
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Peperoni con Capperi e Acciughe
Roasted Bell Peppers with Capers and Anchovies
Sweet roasted bell peppers, typically red and yellow, tossed with briny capers, savory anchovy fillets, and ex…
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7 net12 total5 fibre7 protein45 fat500 kcal
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Zucchine al Forno con Formaggio
Baked Zucchini with Cheese
Fresh zucchini slices baked until tender, seasoned with olive oil and herbs, and generously topped with grated…
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7 net10 total3 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
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Misto di Funghi Saltati
Mixed Sautéed Mushrooms
A delightful assortment of seasonal mushrooms (e.g., cremini, oyster, shiitake) gently sautéed in olive oil wi…
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8 net12 total4 fibre10 protein30 fat350 kcal
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Broccoli Affogati
Braised Broccoli (Neapolitan Style)
A flavorful Southern Italian side dish where broccoli florets (often specifically rapini/friarielli) are slowl…
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10 net20 total10 fibre8 protein50 fat550 kcal