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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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Bistecca alla Fiorentina
Florentine Steak
A thick-cut, traditionally T-bone or porterhouse steak, typically seared rare to medium-rare over high heat, s…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net2 total1 fibre90 protein70 fat1000 kcal
Quaglie al Forno con Pancetta
Baked Quails with Pancetta
Whole quails, typically two per serving, roasted until golden brown and succulent, often wrapped in or served …
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Acciughe Marinate
Marinated Anchovies
Fresh anchovies marinated in olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), garlic, and parsley. A classic antipasto, na…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein28 fat380 kcal
Agnello Scottadito
Grilled Lamb Chops
Small, thin lamb chops (often rib or loin), typically grilled over coals until perfectly charred and juicy, se…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein90 fat1105 kcal
Branzino al Sale
Salt-Crusted Sea Bass
A whole sea bass baked in a thick crust of coarse sea salt. The salt crust locks in moisture and gently season…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein20 fat430 kcal
Bresaola con Rucola e Grana Padano
Air-Dried Beef with Arugula and Grana Padano
Thinly sliced, air-dried cured beef (bresaola) served as a refreshing appetizer, accompanied by fresh peppery …
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
Cacio e Uova al Tegamino
Baked Cheese and Eggs
A simple, rustic dish featuring eggs baked or pan-fried in a small pan (tegamina) with a generous amount of gr…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre25 protein38 fat450 kcal
Costolette di Agnello alla Griglia con Erbette
Grilled Lamb Chops with Herbs
Succulent lamb chops, grilled to your preferred doneness, seasoned simply with fresh Mediterranean herbs like …
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein55 fat720 kcal
Costolette di Maiale alla Griglia
Grilled Pork Chops
Thick-cut pork chops seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and Mediterranean herbs like rosemary or sage, then gr…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre75 protein60 fat850 kcal
Faraona al Forno
Roasted Guinea Fowl
Whole or half guinea fowl, roasted to perfection, often seasoned simply with olive oil, herbs, and lemon.…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre75 protein45 fat700 kcal
Involtini di Bresaola con Caprino e Noci
Bresaola Rolls with Goat Cheese and Walnuts
Thin, delicate slices of air-dried cured beef (bresaola) elegantly wrapped around a creamy filling of tangy go…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
2 net4 total2 fibre55 protein57 fat740 kcal
Lingua Salmistrata in Salsa Verde
Cured Beef Tongue with Green Sauce
Tender, thinly sliced cured beef tongue, often served chilled or at room temperature, accompanied by a vibrant…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net3 total1 fibre35 protein65 fat750 kcal
Orata al Forno con Erbe
Baked Sea Bream with Herbs and Olive Oil
A whole sea bream (or fillets) expertly baked until flaky and moist, infused with the flavors of fresh herbs (…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
Sardine al Forno con Origano e Limone
Baked Sardines with Oregano and Lemon
Fresh sardines, seasoned with oregano, lemon slices, and extra virgin olive oil, then baked until tender and f…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
Sardine alla Griglia
Grilled Sardines
Whole fresh sardines, typically seasoned simply with salt and pepper, sometimes with a touch of garlic or oreg…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
Sogliola al Limone
Pan-Seared Sole with Lemon Butter Sauce
Delicate fillets of sole lightly pan-seared until perfectly golden and flaky. The fish is then finished with a…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein35 fat550 kcal
Tonno alla Griglia
Grilled Tuna Steak
A substantial, thick-cut tuna steak, typically seared to a perfect rare or medium-rare, showcasing its firm, m…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre75 protein16 fat460 kcal
Acciughe al Verde
Anchovies with Green Sauce
Salted anchovies (often fresh or cured in oil) dressed with a vibrant green sauce made from fresh parsley, gar…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net5 total2 fibre25 protein32 fat400 kcal
Affettati Misti
Mixed Cured Meats Plate
A selection of assorted Italian cured meats such as prosciutto crudo, salame, coppa, and speck, typically serv…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre40 protein48 fat600 kcal
Brodo di Manzo con Stracciatella
Beef Broth with Egg Drop
A classic Italian clear beef broth with a delicate 'stracciatella' (little rags) of whisked eggs and grated Pa…
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net3 total0 fibre25 protein15 fat250 kcal
Brodo di Pesce
Fish Broth
A light and flavorful Italian fish broth, typically made from fish bones, heads, or lean fish fillets, simmere…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net4 total1 fibre10 protein15 fat180 kcal
Cicoria Ripassata
Sautéed Chicory
Bitter chicory greens blanched and then quickly sautéed in olive oil with garlic and a touch of chili.…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
3 net8 total5 fibre3 protein25 fat250 kcal
Lumache al Burro e Aglio
Snails with Butter and Garlic
A classic preparation of snails (typically land snails), usually cooked in their shells or served out of them,…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre25 protein38 fat450 kcal
Pollo al Diavola
Devil's Chicken (Spicy Roasted Chicken)
A whole or half chicken flattened and grilled or roasted until crispy, seasoned intensely with chili flakes, g…
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein42 fat680 kcal
Rene di Vitello al Forno
Baked Veal Kidney
A less common but authentic Italian dish, featuring veal kidney baked with herbs, garlic, white wine, and ofte…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
Agnello al Forno con Rosmarino
Roasted Lamb with Rosemary
Tender lamb (often leg or shoulder) slow-roasted in the oven with fresh rosemary, garlic, olive oil, salt, and…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3.5 net5 total1.5 fibre70 protein95 fat1100 kcal
Costine di Maiale al Forno
Oven-Baked Pork Ribs
Hearty pork ribs, slow-baked in the oven until tender, often simply seasoned with herbs, garlic, salt, pepper,…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3.5 net5 total1.5 fibre70 protein100 fat1200 kcal
Asparagi con Uova al Tegamino
Asparagus with Fried Eggs
Fresh, tender asparagus spears, typically steamed or lightly blanched until crisp-tender, served with one or t…
Order as-isHigh Protein
4 net8 total4 fibre20 protein28 fat350 kcal
Gamberi alla Griglia
Grilled Shrimp
Fresh shrimp, simply grilled and often seasoned with olive oil, garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs like parsley.…
Order as-isHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein40 fat565 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…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
4 net6 total2 fibre10 protein20 fat250 kcal
Olive Marinate
Marinated Olives
A classic Italian appetizer featuring a generous mix of various marinated olives, typically seasoned with herb…
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net8 total4 fibre2 protein38 fat350 kcal
Petto di Pollo al Limone e Erbe
Lemon Herb Pan-Seared Chicken Breast
Succulent chicken breast, lightly seasoned and pan-seared to perfection, finished with a bright, aromatic sauc…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
4 net4 total0 fibre60 protein45 fat600 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 …
Order as-isLow Carb Side
4 net8 total4 fibre5 protein30 fat300 kcal
Burrata con Prosciutto Crudo
Burrata with Cured Ham
Creamy burrata cheese (a soft mozzarella shell filled with cream and stracciatella) served alongside thinly sl…
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net5 total0 fibre40 protein60 fat700 kcal
Cozze al Limone e Peperoncino
Mussels with Lemon and Chili
Fresh mussels steamed open in a light and zesty broth of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, a touch of chili flak…
Order as-isHigh Protein
5 net6 total1 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
Insalata di Mare
Seafood Salad
A refreshing cold appetizer of mixed boiled or steamed seafood (typically octopus, calamari, shrimp, mussels, …
Order as-isHigh Protein
5 net6 total1 fibre45 protein28 fat450 kcal
Ricotta al Forno con Erbe e Olio
Baked Ricotta with Herbs and Oil
A simple yet elegant antipasto or side dish of fresh whole milk ricotta cheese, seasoned with herbs (like rose…
Order as-isHigh Fat
5 net5 total0 fibre20 protein35 fat400 kcal
Vongole al Forno
Baked Clams
Fresh clams baked in their shells with a simple yet elegant preparation of garlic, olive oil, white wine, and …
Order as-isHigh Protein
5 net5 total0 fibre30 protein20 fat320 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…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
5 net8 total3 fibre3 protein30 fat300 kcal
Bistecca alla Pizzaiola
Steak with Pizzaiola Sauce
A classic Italian dish featuring pan-seared or grilled steak (typically sirloin or ribeye) topped with a savor…
Order as-isHigh Protein
6 net8 total2 fibre65 protein55 fat750 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…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
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…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
6 net10 total4 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
Costata di Manzo alla Griglia con Funghi Saltati
Grilled Ribeye with Sautéed Mushrooms
A generously sized ribeye steak, grilled to perfection, served with an ample portion of mushrooms simply sauté…
Order as-isHigh Protein
6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein65 fat850 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…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
6 net10 total4 fibre15 protein25 fat300 kcal
Petto di Pollo alla Griglia con Broccoli al Vapore
Grilled Chicken Breast with Steamed Broccoli
A tender and juicy chicken breast, expertly grilled, served alongside simply steamed broccoli florets, lightly…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein32 fat550 kcal
Pollo ai Funghi
Chicken with Mushrooms
Tender chicken pieces (often thighs or breast) sautéed with a generous mix of fresh mushrooms, garlic, and aro…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
6 net8 total2 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
Salsiccia con Broccoli Rabe
Sausage with Bitter Greens
Hearty Italian pork sausages (often fennel or spicy) sautéed with bitter greens, typically broccoli rabe (rapi…
Order as-isHigh Fat
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein100 fat1125 kcal
Agnello al Limone
Lamb with Lemon Sauce
Tender lamb chops or cutlets pan-fried and finished with a zesty sauce made from fresh lemon juice, butter, wh…
Order as-isHigh Protein
7 net8 total1 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
Asparagi alla Griglia con Prosciutto e Parmigiano
Grilled Asparagus with Prosciutto and Parmesan
Grilled asparagus spears, often wrapped in prosciutto, topped with shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and drizz…
Order as-isHigh Fat
7 net12 total5 fibre25 protein60 fat690 kcal
Baccalà al Forno con Olive e Capperi
Baked Cod with Olives and Capers
Salt cod (baccalà), traditionally desalted, then baked with black olives, capers, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and…
Order as-isHigh Protein
7 net9 total2 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
Cime di Rapa Saltate
Sautéed Rapini (Broccoli Rabe)
Bitter rapini (broccoli rabe) sautéed in generous olive oil with garlic and a hint of chili flakes.…
Order as-isHigh Fat
7 net12 total5 fibre6 protein38 fat400 kcal
Coda di Rospo con Pomodorini e Olive
Monkfish with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives
A delicious and naturally keto-friendly dish featuring firm-fleshed monkfish cooked with sweet cherry tomatoes…
Order as-isHigh Protein
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein45 fat650 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 …
Order as-isLow Carb Side
7 net12 total5 fibre8 protein25 fat280 kcal
Frittata con Verdure e Formaggio
Frittata with Vegetables and Cheese
A thick, open-faced Italian omelet, often baked, made with eggs, various cheeses, and low-carb vegetables.…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein75 fat880 kcal
Maiale ai Funghi
Pork with Mushrooms
Succulent pork tenderloin medallions or pan-seared pork cutlets prepared similarly to its chicken counterpart,…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
7 net9 total2 fibre55 protein50 fat700 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…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
7 net14 total7 fibre4 protein30 fat320 kcal
Pecora in Cappotto
Stewed Mutton
A rustic Sardinian stew featuring tender mutton (older sheep meat) slow-cooked with aromatic herbs, vegetables…
Order as-isHigh Fat
7 net10 total3 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Rognoni Trifolati
Sautéed Kidneys
Veal or lamb kidneys quickly sautéed with garlic, parsley, and often a splash of white wine, served in a rich …
Order as-isHigh Fat
7 net8 total1 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
Calamari alla Griglia
Grilled Calamari
Fresh calamari (squid) marinated briefly in olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs, then grilled until tender wit…
Order as-isHigh Protein
8 net8 total0 fibre40 protein20 fat380 kcal
Funghi Trifolati
Sautéed Mushrooms
A classic Italian side dish or appetizer featuring a medley of fresh mushrooms (such as cremini, oyster, or so…
Order as-isHigh Fat
8 net12 total4 fibre8 protein40 fat450 kcal