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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…
5 net6 total1 fibre40 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…
5 net5 total0 fibre30 protein50 fat560 kcal
Insalata di Mare
Seafood Salad
A refreshing cold appetizer of mixed boiled or steamed seafood (typically octopus, calamari, shrimp, mussels, …
5 net6 total1 fibre45 protein28 fat450 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…
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…
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…
5 net10 total5 fibre7 protein35 fat400 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…
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 …
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…
5 net8 total3 fibre3 protein30 fat300 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…
5.5 net7 total1.5 fibre35 protein55 fat650 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…
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…
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…
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…
6 net8 total2 fibre70 protein65 fat850 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…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein35 fat580 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…
6 net10 total4 fibre15 protein25 fat300 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…
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…
6 net8 total2 fibre50 protein40 fat600 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…
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…
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…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein100 fat1125 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…
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…
6.5 net8 total1.5 fibre65 protein80 fat950 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…
7 net8 total1 fibre70 protein65 fat900 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…
7 net9 total2 fibre45 protein81 fat910 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…
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…
7 net9 total2 fibre50 protein40 fat600 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…
7 net12 total5 fibre20 protein50 fat550 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.…
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…
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein45 fat650 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…
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein40 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 …
7 net12 total5 fibre8 protein25 fat280 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), …
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein50 fat700 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.…
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,…
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…
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…
7 net10 total3 fibre70 protein60 fat850 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…
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,…
7 net8 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat800 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 …
7 net8 total1 fibre60 protein70 fat900 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.…
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, …
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…
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…
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…
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,…
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein30 fat550 kcal
Calamari alla Griglia
Grilled Calamari
Fresh calamari (squid) marinated briefly in olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs, then grilled until tender wit…
8 net8 total0 fibre40 protein20 fat380 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…
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-…
8 net12 total4 fibre4 protein23 fat280 kcal
Funghi Trifolati
Sautéed Mushrooms
A classic Italian side dish or appetizer featuring a medley of fresh mushrooms (such as cremini, oyster, or so…
8 net12 total4 fibre8 protein40 fat450 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…
8 net12 total4 fibre75 protein40 fat700 kcal
Peperoni Arrostiti
Roasted Bell Peppers
Sweet bell peppers roasted until tender and slightly charred, then marinated in olive oil, garlic, and herbs.…
8 net12 total4 fibre3 protein28 fat280 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…
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…
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…
8 net8 total0 fibre55 protein40 fat650 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 …
9 net18 total9 fibre9 protein30 fat350 kcal
Crema di Funghi
Creamy Mushroom Soup
A velvety, rich soup crafted from a medley of fresh mushrooms, sautéed with garlic and a hint of onion, simmer…
9 net12 total3 fibre10 protein40 fat450 kcal
Insalata Caprese
Caprese Salad
A simple and iconic Italian salad featuring slices of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and…
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 …
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…
9 net10 total1 fibre60 protein70 fat915 kcal