Lebanese keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Lebanese cuisine is quite adaptable to keto, particularly by focusing on grilled meats, specific dips, and modified salads.
Top ingredients
Grilled lamb, beef, and chicken, olive oil, eggplant, fresh herbs, feta, halloumi cheese, and plain yogurt (labneh) are excellent traditional keto ingredients.
Danger zones
Pita bread, rice, bulgur (in tabbouleh, kibbeh), hummus, foul medames, potatoes, and sugary desserts are pervasive carb traps that must be rigorously avoided.
Best for
This cuisine works best for high-protein and clean keto dieters who are meticulous about avoiding hidden carbs and willing to modify dishes.
What to drink
Drinks you will see at Lebanese restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.
Order these
- KetoWhite Coffee ahweh bayda (قهوة بيضا) · 0g net carbs as usually served
- KetoYogurt Drink laban ayran (لبن عيران) · 5g net carbs as usually served
- Ask firstLebanese Coffee ahweh (قهوة) · 4g net carbs as usually servedOrder it 'sada' (plain). 'Wasat' is medium-sweet.
- Ask firstMint Lemonade limonada bi naana · 30g net carbs as usually servedAsk for it 'bala sukkar' (without sugar).
Skip these
- SkipTamarind Drink tamer hindi (تمر هندي) · 35g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order laban ayran instead.
- SkipJallab jallab (جلاب) · 40g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order laban ayran instead.
- SkipApricot Drink qamar el-din (قمر الدين) · 40g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order laban ayran instead.
16 matching dishes
Lift Makbous
Pickled Turnips
Crisp and tangy pink pickled turnips, a staple Lebanese mezze item. These vibrant pickles are made with turnip…
2 net4 total2 fibre1 protein0 fat20 kcal
Zaytoun Marinated
Marinated Olives
A selection of mixed olives (green and black) marinated in extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic,…
4 net8 total4 fibre1 protein28 fat250 kcal
Ardeeshawki Bi Zeit
Artichoke Hearts in Oil and Lemon
Tender artichoke hearts, typically preserved in olive oil and lemon juice, sometimes with herbs like dill. Ser…
5 net12 total7 fibre4 protein25 fat280 kcal
Sabanekh Bi Zeit
Spinach with Garlic and Olive Oil
A simple and healthy mezze dish made from fresh spinach sautéed in abundant olive oil with garlic and a hint o…
5 net10 total5 fibre5 protein35 fat350 kcal
Salatat Jarjir
Arugula Salad
A refreshing and peppery salad featuring fresh arugula leaves, thinly sliced red onion, and typically dressed …
5 net8 total3 fibre3 protein20 fat200 kcal
Makdous
Cured Stuffed Baby Eggplant
A classic Lebanese mezze item, Makdous consists of small, cured baby eggplants traditionally stuffed with a sa…
6 net12 total6 fibre10 protein55 fat550 kcal
Salata Khadra
Simple Green Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing
A refreshing, crisp green salad made with fresh romaine lettuce, cucumber, sometimes bell peppers, and fresh m…
6 net10 total4 fibre3 protein25 fat280 kcal
Salatat Jibneh Akkawi
Akkawi Cheese Salad
A simple and fresh salad featuring cubes of Akkawi cheese, a mild, slightly salty Lebanese white cheese, combi…
6 net8 total2 fibre20 protein35 fat400 kcal
Kousa Makli
Fried Zucchini (No Breading)
Thin slices of zucchini lightly fried in olive oil or butter until tender and slightly golden, seasoned simply…
7 net10 total3 fibre3 protein30 fat300 kcal
Malfouf Salad
Shredded Cabbage Salad
A simple, fresh, and crunchy salad made primarily from finely shredded cabbage, tomatoes, and fresh mint, dres…
7 net12 total5 fibre3 protein28 fat280 kcal
Khodar Mechwi
Grilled Mixed Vegetables (No Potatoes)
A generous platter of seasonal vegetables such as zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, and onions, grilled with o…
8 net15 total7 fibre5 protein35 fat380 kcal
Salatat Khiyar bil Laban
Cucumber Yogurt Salad
A refreshing and cool salad featuring finely diced cucumbers mixed with creamy, plain full-fat yogurt, crushed…
8 net10 total2 fibre10 protein25 fat280 kcal
Raheb Salad
Roasted Eggplant Salad
A refreshing and chunky salad featuring cubes of roasted eggplant, mixed with diced bell peppers, ripe tomatoe…
9 net15 total6 fibre5 protein30 fat350 kcal
Moutabal
Eggplant Dip with Tahini & Yogurt
A creamy and smoky dip made from fire-roasted eggplant pulp blended with tahini (sesame paste), fresh lemon ju…
10 net15 total5 fibre12 protein45 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Mkhallal Khiyar
Pickled Cucumber
Crisp and tangy pickled cucumbers, usually served as an essential accompaniment to most Lebanese meals. They p…
2 net4 total2 fibre1 protein0 fat20 kcal
KAsoon
Salatat Ardeeshawki
Artichoke Heart Salad
A refreshing salad featuring tender marinated or steamed artichoke hearts. These are tossed with crisp fresh g…
8 net15 total7 fibre8 protein30 fat350 kcal