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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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Anatra al Forno con Erbe Aromatiche (Senza Salsa all'Arancia)
Roasted Duck with Aromatic Herbs (Orange Sauce Omitted)
Crispy-skinned roasted duck, typically a leg or breast, generously seasoned with traditional Italian aromatic …
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1 net1 total0 fibre40 protein70 fat800 kcal
Costoletta di Maiale al Burro e Salvia
Pan-fried Pork Chop with Butter and Sage (without Breading)
A succulent pork chop pan-fried until golden, flavored simply with fresh sage leaves and generous amounts of r…
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1 net1 total0 fibre45 protein63 fat740 kcal
Pancetta Arrotolata e Grigliata
Grilled Rolled Pancetta with Keto Sides
Thick-cut slices of rolled pancetta (Italian cured pork belly) grilled until golden and slightly crispy, highl…
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1 net1 total0 fibre25 protein55 fat600 kcal
Animelle Saltate (Senza Panatura)
Pan-Seared Sweetbreads (Unbreaded)
Sweetbreads (thymus gland), traditionally prepared by blanching, pressing, then pan-searing. Often lightly flo…
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2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein48 fat600 kcal
Bollito di Lingua con Olio d'Oliva e Limone (Senza Salsa Verde o Contorni Carboidrati)
Boiled Beef Tongue with Olive Oil and Lemon (No Salsa Verde or Carb Sides)
Tender, thinly sliced boiled beef tongue, served simply with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a wedge o…
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2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
Cervello Saltato (Senza Panatura)
Pan-Seared Brains (Unbreaded)
Brains, typically from veal or lamb, prepared by blanching and then pan-searing until tender and slightly cris…
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2 net2 total0 fibre35 protein48 fat580 kcal
Costata di Vitello alla Milanese (Non Impanata)
Veal Chop, Milanese Style (Unbreaded)
A thick, tender veal chop, traditionally breaded in Milanese style, but prepared unbreaded (grilled or pan-fri…
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2 net2 total0 fibre65 protein45 fat680 kcal
Costoletta di Vitello alla Griglia con Contorni Keto
Grilled Veal Chop with Keto Sides
A thick, bone-in veal chop grilled to perfection, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, served with a side of …
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2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Costolette di Cervo alla Griglia
Grilled Venison Chops (with Keto Sides)
Venison chops, simply grilled to highlight their rich, gamey flavor. Often served with a simple herb rub or a …
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2 net4 total2 fibre65 protein45 fat700 kcal
Fegato d'Agnello Grigliato
Grilled Lamb Liver (with Keto Sides)
Fresh lamb liver, simply grilled to perfection, often with just olive oil, salt, pepper, and sometimes a squee…
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2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein25 fat450 kcal
Pancia di Maiale Croccante
Crispy Pork Belly with Keto Sides
Slow-cooked and then roasted or pan-fried pork belly, resulting in incredibly tender meat and a wonderfully cr…
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2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein80 fat850 kcal
Sformato di Spinaci con Formaggio
Baked Spinach and Cheese Flan
A savory baked flan or soufflé-like dish, prepared with puréed or finely chopped spinach, eggs, heavy cream, a…
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2 net7 total5 fibre41 protein65 fat810 kcal
Sogliola al Burro Nocciola e Limone
Pan-Seared Sole with Brown Butter and Lemon
Delicate sole fillet, pan-seared until perfectly cooked, then bathed in a classic brown butter sauce infused w…
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2 net2 total0 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
Trippa Saltata (Senza Panatura)
Pan-Seared Tripe (Unbreaded)
Tripe (typically beef stomach) that has been pre-boiled until tender, then sliced and pan-seared until crispy.…
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2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
Coniglio in Porchetta (Senza Pane)
Rabbit Roasted 'Porchetta Style' (No Bread Stuffing)
A traditional central Italian preparation where a rabbit is deboned, flattened, stuffed with aromatic herbs (r…
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3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
Fegatini di Pollo al Burro e Salvia (Senza Crostini)
Chicken Livers with Butter and Sage (No Crostini)
A rich and flavorful dish of pan-fried chicken livers, traditionally sautéed in butter with fresh sage. Often …
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3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
Porchetta (Senza Contorni Carboidrati)
Slow-Roasted Pork Belly & Loin (with Keto Sides)
A classic Italian preparation of boneless pork roast, typically a whole pig or a large cut of pork belly and l…
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3 net5 total2 fibre75 protein70 fat950 kcal
Salsiccia al Mirto (Grigliata) con Contorno Keto
Grilled Myrtle Sausage with Keto Side
A specialty from Sardinia, this robust pork sausage is flavored with myrtle berries and leaves, giving it a un…
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3 net4 total1 fibre40 protein50 fat620 kcal
Arrosto di Maiale
Roast Pork Loin with Herbs and Keto Sides
A flavorful and juicy pork loin, slow-roasted to perfection with aromatic herbs like rosemary and garlic. The …
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4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
Baccalà Mantecato
Creamed Cod Spread with Keto Accompaniments
A classic Venetian appetizer, creamy whipped salt cod emulsified with olive oil, garlic, and parsley. Traditio…
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4 net5 total1 fibre35 protein70 fat650 kcal
Bagna Cauda
Piedmontese Warm Anchovy & Garlic Dip (with Keto Vegetables)
A rich, warm dip from Piedmont, traditionally served with raw or lightly cooked vegetables. Made with garlic, …
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4 net8 total4 fibre15 protein75 fat750 kcal
Pancia di Vitello Arrotolata e Farcita (Senza Panatura)
Rolled and Stuffed Veal Belly (No Breading)
A hearty, traditional dish featuring a large piece of veal belly, flattened, filled with a savory mixture of g…
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4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein55 fat700 kcal
Pollo al Mattone con Contorni Keto
Chicken Under a Brick with Keto Sides
A whole or half chicken flattened and cooked under a heavy weight (traditionally a brick) to achieve incredibl…
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4 net6 total2 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Salsiccia al Finocchietto con Contorno di Verdure Keto
Italian Fennel Sausage with Keto Vegetable Side
Authentic Italian pork sausage seasoned generously with fennel, grilled or pan-fried until browned and juicy, …
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4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein60 fat750 kcal
Uova strapazzate al tartufo
Scrambled Eggs with Truffle
A luxurious dish featuring creamy scrambled eggs elevated with the distinct aroma and flavor of fresh black tr…
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4 net4 total0 fibre25 protein45 fat500 kcal
Cozze al Forno con Erbe e Aglio (Senza Pangrattato)
Baked Mussels with Herbs and Garlic (No Breadcrumbs)
Fresh mussels baked with garlic, parsley, oregano, olive oil, and white wine, specifically prepared without th…
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5 net6 total1 fibre35 protein30 fat450 kcal
Fegato di Vitello al Burro e Salvia
Pan-fried Veal Liver with Butter and Sage
Delicate, thinly sliced veal liver quickly pan-fried to perfection, traditionally with fragrant fresh sage lea…
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5 net5 total0 fibre30 protein50 fat560 kcal
Involtini di Manzo con Verdure
Beef Rolls with Vegetables
Thin slices of beef (e.g., top round) rolled around a savory filling of low-carb vegetables (such as bell pepp…
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5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein40 fat620 kcal
Involtini di Vitello con Prosciutto e Formaggio
Veal Rolls with Prosciutto and Cheese
Thin slices of veal pounded flat, traditionally filled with savory prosciutto and a delicate cheese like provo…
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5 net6 total1 fibre65 protein55 fat780 kcal
Puntarelle alla Romana con Acciughe
Roman Chicory with Anchovies
A Roman specialty salad made from crisp, bitter chicory shoots (puntarelle) dressed with a pungent sauce of ol…
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5 net10 total5 fibre7 protein35 fat400 kcal
Carpaccio di Manzo con Parmigiano e Rucola
Beef Carpaccio with Parmesan and Arugula
Paper-thin slices of raw beef fillet, typically served with a drizzle of olive oil, lemon juice, capers (optio…
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5.5 net7 total1.5 fibre35 protein55 fat650 kcal
Fegato di Vitello alla Griglia con Erbe
Grilled Calf Liver with Herbs
Slices of tender calf liver, simply grilled and seasoned with fresh herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper. A nutr…
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6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein35 fat580 kcal
Formaggi Misti con Olive e Noci
Mixed Cheeses with Olives and Nuts
A curated selection of Italian cheeses, ranging from hard to soft, served with a complementary assortment of o…
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6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein60 fat700 kcal
Orata al Forno con Capperi e Olive (Senza Patate)
Baked Sea Bream with Capers and Olives (No Potatoes)
Whole sea bream baked with briny capers, olives, a minimal amount of cherry tomatoes, garlic, and herbs in oli…
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6 net8 total2 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
Zuppa di Cozze (Bianca)
Mussels Soup (White Wine Style, Without Bread)
Fresh mussels steamed in a flavorful broth of white wine, garlic, olive oil, and parsley, served as a generous…
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6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein28 fat480 kcal
Bistecca Tagliata con Rucola e Grana
Sliced Steak with Arugula and Parmesan
Grilled or pan-seared steak, sliced and served over a bed of fresh arugula, topped with shavings of Grana Pada…
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6.5 net8 total1.5 fibre65 protein80 fat950 kcal
Anatra con Olive
Duck with Olives (Served without Carb Sides)
Duck pieces (often thighs or breast) braised or roasted until tender, cooked in a rich, savory sauce with asso…
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7 net9 total2 fibre45 protein81 fat910 kcal
Cardi al Forno con Besciamella Keto e Parmigiano
Baked Cardoons with Keto Béchamel and Parmesan
Cardoons (a thistle-like vegetable related to artichokes) are par-boiled until tender, then baked in a rich bé…
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7 net12 total5 fibre20 protein50 fat550 kcal
Coniglio in Umido
Braised Rabbit (Without Potatoes or Carrots)
Tender rabbit pieces slow-braised in a savory sauce typically made with white wine, herbs, tomatoes, and stock…
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7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
Faraona al Cartoccio con Funghi (Senza Contorni Carboidrati)
Guinea Fowl in Parchment with Mushrooms (No Carb Sides)
Guinea fowl pieces baked in parchment paper with an assortment of mushrooms, garlic, herbs (rosemary, thyme), …
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7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Pesce Spada alla Siciliana
Sicilian Swordfish
Grilled or pan-seared swordfish steak, often served with a light topping of capers, olives, garlic, herbs, and…
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7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein60 fat825 kcal
Piccata di Vitello
Veal Piccata
Delicate, thinly pounded veal cutlets pan-fried and served with a bright, tangy sauce made from lemon, butter,…
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7 net8 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat800 kcal
Scaloppine al Limone
Veal or Chicken Scaloppine with Lemon Sauce
Thin slices of veal or chicken, pan-seared and finished with a bright and tangy lemon-butter sauce.…
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7 net8 total1 fibre60 protein55 fat770 kcal
Stracotto di Manzo con Verdure a Basso Contenuto di Carboidrati
Braised Beef with Low-Carb Vegetables
A classic Italian slow-cooked beef stew, typically made with a tougher cut of beef braised for hours in wine, …
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7 net10 total3 fibre65 protein45 fat680 kcal
Vitello ai Funghi Porcini
Veal with Porcini Mushrooms
Tender slices of veal sautéed and served in a rich, earthy sauce made with fresh or rehydrated porcini mushroo…
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7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
Zucchine alla Scapece (Senza Farina per Fritto)
Marinated Zucchini (Pan-Fried without Flour)
A classic Neapolitan dish featuring zucchini slices that are pan-fried until tender, then marinated in a tangy…
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7 net10 total3 fibre4 protein35 fat380 kcal
Arrosto di Manzo con Verdure Keto
Roast Beef with Keto Vegetables
Slices of tender roasted beef, typically a leaner cut like sirloin or eye of round, seasoned simply with herbs…
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8 net12 total4 fibre80 protein45 fat750 kcal
Baccalà alla Romana
Roman-Style Salt Cod (Without Potatoes)
Desalted cod cooked in a rich tomato sauce with onions, garlic, and herbs. Traditionally served with potatoes,…
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8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein30 fat550 kcal
Costolette di Manzo Brasate con Verdure a Basso Contenuto di Carboidrati
Braised Beef Short Ribs with Low-Carb Vegetables
Tender beef short ribs, slow-braised in a rich and savory liquid, resulting in intensely flavorful and fall-of…
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8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
Fagiolini al Pomodoro (Senza Patate)
Green Beans with Tomato Sauce
Fresh green beans (fagiolini) simmered in a light, savory tomato sauce with garlic and olive oil until tender-…
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8 net12 total4 fibre4 protein23 fat280 kcal
Girello di Vitello Arrosto con Verdure Keto
Eye of Round Roast Veal with Keto Vegetables
Lean, slow-roasted eye of round veal, thinly sliced and seasoned with herbs like rosemary and sage, served wit…
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8 net12 total4 fibre75 protein40 fat700 kcal
Petto d'Anatra al Pepe Verde (Senza Risotto o Patate)
Duck Breast with Green Peppercorn Sauce (Without Risotto or Potatoes)
Crispy-skinned pan-seared duck breast served with a rich, creamy green peppercorn sauce, modified to be served…
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8 net10 total2 fibre55 protein80 fat950 kcal
Rognoni al Marsala
Kidneys in Marsala Sauce
Pan-fried veal or lamb kidneys cooked in a rich, savory sauce made with Marsala wine, often with onions or sha…
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8 net10 total2 fibre65 protein35 fat600 kcal
Vitello al Marsala
Veal Cutlets with Marsala Wine Sauce
Tender veal cutlets, delicately pan-seared and simmered in a rich, savory sauce made with Marsala wine, beef b…
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8 net8 total0 fibre55 protein40 fat650 kcal
Insalata Caprese
Caprese Salad
A simple and iconic Italian salad featuring slices of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and…
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9 net12 total3 fibre30 protein50 fat600 kcal
Maiale al Latte
Pork Cooked in Milk
A traditional, comforting dish where a pork shoulder or loin is slow-cooked in whole milk with aromatics like …
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9 net10 total1 fibre70 protein75 fat950 kcal
Pollo o Vitello Saltimbocca
Chicken or Veal Saltimbocca
Thin slices of chicken or veal, topped with prosciutto and sage, pan-fried and traditionally finished in a whi…
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9 net10 total1 fibre60 protein70 fat915 kcal
Polpette di Carne Senza Pangrattato al Sugo
Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (No Breadcrumbs)
Flavorful Italian meatballs, traditionally made with a mix of ground beef and pork, herbs, and cheese, cooked …
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9 net12 total3 fibre60 protein48 fat700 kcal
Spiedini di Carne
Meat Skewers
Grilled skewers of marinated meat cubes (typically beef, pork, or lamb) often interspersed with pieces of onio…
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9 net12 total3 fibre55 protein70 fat950 kcal
Filetto di Manzo al Pepe Verde
Beef Fillet with Green Peppercorn Sauce
Pan-seared beef fillet served with a rich, creamy sauce made with green peppercorns, often involving brandy or…
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9.5 net10 total0.5 fibre45 protein70 fat850 kcal