Slovenian keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Adapting Slovenian cuisine for keto requires vigilance due to pervasive traditional carb components, but protein and fat sources are readily available.
Top ingredients
Excellent traditional keto ingredients include various meats (pork, beef, game), freshwater fish, eggs, cheeses, lard, olive oil, and some non-starchy vegetables like cabbage and sauerkraut.
Danger zones
Beware of ubiquitous potatoes (especially pražen krompir), dumplings (štruklji, žlikrofi), pasta, bread, flour-thickened sauces, and all traditional desserts like potica and prekmurska gibanica.
Best for
This cuisine works best for flexible keto dieters confident in requesting modifications, focusing on plain grilled meats/fish, salads without dressing, and avoiding common side dishes.
55 matching dishes
Goveji Carpaccio
Beef Carpaccio
Paper-thin slices of raw beef fillet, artfully arranged and typically drizzled with extra virgin olive oil, le…
2 net3 total1 fibre35 protein28 fat400 kcal
Pečena Postrv z Mandlji
Baked Trout with Almonds
A whole, oven-baked freshwater trout, delicately seasoned and generously topped with slivered almonds, which t…
3 net5 total2 fibre50 protein40 fat580 kcal
Omleta s Sirom in Keto Zelenjavo
Cheese and Keto Vegetable Omelet
A fluffy omelet made with fresh eggs, generously filled with cheese (such as Emmental or local hard cheese) an…
4 net6 total2 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
Škampi na žaru (s keto zelenjavo)
Grilled Scampi (with Keto Vegetables)
Fresh, succulent scampi (prawns) grilled to perfection, typically with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs. The…
4 net7 total3 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
Šparglji z Jajci
Asparagus with Eggs
A popular seasonal dish, especially in spring, featuring fresh asparagus spears lightly cooked (steamed, grill…
4 net7 total3 fibre25 protein36 fat450 kcal
Bakalar na Belo (Keto Postrvna Pašteta)
Keto Cod Spread (without Bread)
A popular spread or dip from the Slovenian coast, traditionally made with boiled cod, olive oil, garlic, and p…
5 net7 total2 fibre35 protein40 fat500 kcal
Pečena Postrv z Keto Zelenjavo
Baked Trout with Keto Vegetables
Fresh whole trout, often stuffed with herbs and lemon, baked or pan-fried until flaky and tender. Accompanied …
5 net7 total2 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
Puranji Zrezek z Keto Zelenjavo
Turkey Steak with Keto Vegetables
A tender pan-fried or grilled turkey breast steak, simply seasoned with salt and pepper. Served with a generou…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
Jurčkova Omleta
Porcini Mushroom Omelette
A fluffy and satisfying omelette made with fresh eggs, generously filled with pan-fried porcini mushrooms, sea…
6 net8 total2 fibre25 protein38 fat450 kcal
Polnjeni Šampinjoni z Mesom in Sirom
Stuffed Mushrooms with Meat and Cheese
Large mushroom caps (e.g., portobello or large button mushrooms) generously filled with a savory mixture of mi…
6 net8 total2 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
Dušena Govedina z Keto Zelenjavo
Braised Beef with Low-Carb Vegetables
Tender beef slow-cooked in its own juices or a savory broth with vegetables. The keto version omits starchy ro…
7 net10 total3 fibre75 protein55 fat800 kcal
Skuta z Bučnim Oljem in Zelišči
Cottage Cheese with Pumpkin Seed Oil and Herbs
Creamy, fresh cottage cheese (skuta), a common Slovenian dairy product known for its mild flavor, generously d…
7 net8 total1 fibre25 protein38 fat450 kcal
Dagnje na buzaro (Keto)
Keto Mussels 'alla Busara'
A popular coastal Slovenian dish featuring fresh mussels cooked in a savory sauce of olive oil, garlic, dry wh…
8 net10 total2 fibre38 protein42 fat580 kcal
Puranji Zrezek v Lisičkovi Smetanovi Omaki
Turkey Steak in Chanterelle Cream Sauce (Keto)
Pan-seared turkey breast fillet served with a luxurious, creamy sauce made from fresh chanterelle mushrooms, w…
8 net11 total3 fibre55 protein55 fat700 kcal
Telečja Obara (Veal and Vegetable Ragout, No Potatoes/Thickeners)
Veal and Low-Carb Vegetable Ragout (Keto Modified)
A traditional Slovenian veal ragout or stew, usually with various vegetables. For keto, it needs to be prepare…
8 net12 total4 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Goveji Zrezek v Smetanovi Omaki z Zelenim Poprom
Beef Steak in Green Peppercorn Cream Sauce (Keto)
A succulent pan-seared beef steak (e.g., sirloin or tenderloin) served with a luxurious and creamy sauce made …
9 net10 total1 fibre60 protein60 fat780 kcal
Piščančji zrezek v smetanovi omaki
Chicken Fillet in Cream Sauce with Keto Vegetables
Tender pan-fried chicken fillet served in a rich, creamy sauce. Traditionally, this might be served with pasta…
9 net15 total6 fibre55 protein65 fat850 kcal
Polnjene Bučke (Brez Riža)
Stuffed Zucchini (No Rice)
Whole zucchini or zucchini halves hollowed out and stuffed with a savory mixture of ground meat (typically bee…
9 net15 total6 fibre45 protein55 fat680 kcal
Dušena Jagnjetina z Keto Zelenjavo
Braised Lamb with Keto Vegetables
Tender pieces of lamb, slow-braised until fork-tender in a rich savory broth with a selection of low-carb vege…
10 net14 total4 fibre65 protein60 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Jagenjčkove Ledvice na Žaru z Zelišči (Brez Krompirja)
Grilled Lamb Kidneys with Herbs (without Potatoes)
Tender and flavorful lamb kidneys, often marinated in olive oil and herbs, then quickly grilled to achieve a s…
1 net1 total0 fibre40 protein39 fat510 kcal
KAsoon
Pečena Bela Riba v Soli
Baked White Fish in Salt Crust (Keto Friendly)
A whole white fish (such as brancin/sea bass or orada/sea bream) baked within a crust of coarse sea salt and h…
1 net2 total1 fibre70 protein35 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Pražena Jajca z Jurčki
Scrambled Eggs with Porcini Mushrooms
A hearty and flavorful dish featuring creamy scrambled eggs cooked with fresh or dried porcini mushrooms, seas…
2 net3 total1 fibre28 protein60 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Čemaž z jajci
Wild Garlic with Eggs
A seasonal spring delicacy where fresh wild garlic (ramps) is gently sautéed and then mixed with scrambled or …
3 net5 total2 fibre25 protein40 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Jajca s črnimi tartufi
Eggs with Black Truffles
A luxurious and aromatic dish featuring scrambled or gently fried eggs, generously infused and garnished with …
3 net4 total1 fibre28 protein48 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Svinjska Rulada s Pršutom in Sirom
Pork Loin Roulade with Prosciutto and Cheese
Tender pork loin pounded thin, rolled with layers of savory Slovenian prosciutto (cured ham) and a generous fi…
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein75 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Bela Klobasa (Keto, Brez Kruha)
White Sausage (Keto, No Bread)
A traditional, unsmoked white sausage, often gently boiled or pan-fried, made from finely minced pork and veal…
4 net4 total0 fibre42 protein42 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Jagnječja Glava v Solati
Lamb Head Salad
A traditional, rustic delicacy featuring tender, boiled lamb head meat, meticulously prepared and thinly slice…
4 net6 total2 fibre45 protein48 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Štajerska Kisla Juha
Keto Styrian Sour Pork Soup
A traditional sour soup from the Styria region, adapted for keto. It features tender, slow-cooked pork meat (o…
4 net5 total1 fibre35 protein30 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Kokoš v Solati
Chicken Salad
A simple and traditional cold dish featuring cooked chicken (often leftover roasted or boiled chicken) mixed w…
4 net6 total2 fibre42 protein39 fat565 kcal
KAsoon
Prekajena Postrv s Hrenom
Smoked Trout with Fresh Horseradish
A whole smoked trout, a delicacy often found in Slovenia's river regions. The trout is traditionally cold or h…
4 net6 total2 fibre48 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Solata iz Jurčkov s Sirom in Bučnim Oljem
Porcini Mushroom Salad with Cheese and Pumpkin Seed Oil
A refreshing and earthy salad featuring thinly sliced fresh or marinated porcini mushrooms (jurčki), combined …
4 net6 total2 fibre20 protein35 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Svinjska Rulada s Sušenimi Gobami
Pork Loin Roulade with Dried Mushroom Filling
A variation of the pork roulade, where tenderized pork loin is rolled with a rich stuffing of rehydrated dried…
4 net7 total3 fibre58 protein70 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Goveji Zvitki s Sirom in Zelenjavo
Beef Rolls Stuffed with Cheese and Vegetables (Keto)
Thin slices of beef rolled around a savory filling of cheese and keto-friendly vegetables (like spinach or bel…
5 net7 total2 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Hobotnica v Solati (Brez Krompirja)
Octopus Salad (No Potatoes)
A refreshing cold salad featuring tender, pre-cooked octopus, marinated and dressed with high-quality olive oi…
5 net7 total2 fibre50 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Polnjeni Lignji s sirom in zelišči (Brez krušnih drobtin)
Squid Stuffed with Cheese and Herbs (No Breadcrumbs)
Tender squid tubes stuffed with a savory mixture of various cheeses (e.g., fresh cottage cheese, hard cheese l…
5 net6 total1 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Šparglji z pršutom in sirom
Asparagus with Prosciutto and Cheese
Fresh green asparagus spears delicately wrapped in thin slices of air-dried prosciutto, then baked or grilled …
5 net9 total4 fibre33 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Gobova omleta
Mushroom Omelette
A fluffy omelette made with fresh eggs, generously filled with sautéed mushrooms. Often prepared with ample bu…
6 net8 total2 fibre35 protein48 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Kranjska Vratovina na Žaru s Keto Zelenjavo
Grilled Carniolan Pork Collar with Keto Vegetables
A flavorful and often well-marbled cut of pork collar, grilled or roasted. Traditionally served with potatoes,…
6 net10 total4 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Piščanec v gorčični smetanovi omaki
Chicken in Creamy Mustard Sauce (Keto)
Tender chicken breast or thigh cooked in a rich, creamy sauce flavored with Dijon mustard, often served with a…
6 net7 total1 fibre45 protein67 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Solata iz govejega jezika s hrenom
Beef Tongue Salad with Horseradish
A traditional cold salad featuring tender, thinly sliced beef tongue mixed with a creamy horseradish dressing …
6 net7 total1 fibre30 protein80 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Svinjski Jezički v Smetanovi Omaki (Keto)
Pork Tongues in Cream Sauce (Keto)
Tender pork tongues, slow-cooked until fork-tender, then served in a rich and savory heavy cream sauce seasone…
6 net7 total1 fibre35 protein42 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Zelenjavna omleta s slanino
Vegetable Omelette with Bacon
A fluffy omelette generously filled with sautéed low-carb vegetables like spinach and mushrooms, and crispy, s…
6 net10 total4 fibre38 protein45 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Goveja Obara (Keto Verzija)
Beef Ragout (Keto Version, No Thickeners)
A comforting Slovenian beef ragout, slow-cooked until tender with a medley of aromatic vegetables, modified to…
7 net12 total5 fibre55 protein62 fat820 kcal
KAsoon
Goveja Prsa v Smetanovi Hrenovi Omaki (Keto)
Slow-Cooked Beef Brisket in Creamy Horseradish Sauce (Keto)
Tender, slow-cooked beef brisket served in a rich, creamy sauce made with horseradish, broth, and cream.…
7 net8 total1 fibre45 protein85 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Jajca v Hrenovi Omaki (Keto)
Hard-Boiled Eggs with Creamy Horseradish Sauce (Keto)
A classic cold starter or light meal featuring halved hard-boiled eggs generously covered with a tangy, creamy…
7 net10 total3 fibre23 protein68 fat740 kcal
KAsoon
Piščančji File v Špargljevi Smetanovi Omaki (Keto)
Chicken Fillet in Asparagus Cream Sauce (Keto)
Tender chicken fillet served in a rich and creamy sauce made with fresh asparagus and heavy cream, seasoned wi…
7 net10 total3 fibre51 protein65 fat860 kcal
KAsoon
Zelenjavna juha s prekajenim mesom
Vegetable Soup with Smoked Meat (No Starchy Vegetables/Thickeners)
A hearty soup featuring smoked pork (e.g., bacon, cured ribs) simmered with a variety of low-carb vegetables s…
7 net12 total5 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Pečeni Jajčevci z mletim mesom in sirom (Brez riža)
Baked Eggplant with Ground Meat and Cheese (No Rice)
Slices or halves of eggplant baked with a hearty filling of seasoned ground meat (typically beef or pork), oft…
8 net12 total4 fibre40 protein50 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Zelena Jagnjetina (Keto)
Green Lamb Stew with Herbs (Keto)
A rustic and aromatic lamb stew, deeply infused with a generous amount of fresh green herbs such as parsley, m…
8 net12 total4 fibre65 protein48 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Goveji Vrat v Omaki iz Divjih Gob (Keto Verzija)
Beef Neck in Wild Mushroom Sauce (Keto Version)
Slow-cooked beef neck, renowned for its tenderness and rich flavor, served in a deeply aromatic sauce made wit…
9 net13 total4 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Kisla Juha z Govedino in Zelenjavo (Keto)
Sour Beef and Vegetable Soup (Keto)
A clear, tart and refreshing soup featuring tender pieces of beef and keto-friendly vegetables like celery roo…
9 net12 total3 fibre30 protein25 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Polnjeni Jajčevci s Sirom in Zelišči (Brez Riža)
Stuffed Eggplant with Cheese and Herbs (No Rice)
Halved eggplants baked until tender, then filled with a savory mixture of various local cheeses (e.g., Skuta, …
9 net15 total6 fibre30 protein45 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Goveji Vrat v Kisli Smetani (Keto Verzija)
Beef Neck in Sour Cream (Keto Version)
A hearty and rich dish of slow-cooked beef neck, infused with the tangy creaminess of sour cream. Prepared wit…
10 net12 total2 fibre60 protein75 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Klobasice z Dušeno Zelenjavo
Small Sausages with Braised Keto Vegetables
Simple, often homemade or locally produced small pork sausages, pan-fried or baked, served alongside a generou…
10 net14 total4 fibre38 protein72 fat855 kcal
KAsoon
Kokošji Golaž (Keto)
Keto Chicken Goulash
A hearty chicken stew (goulash style) slow-cooked with a rich paprika-spiced sauce, onions, bell peppers, and …
10 net14 total4 fibre44 protein60 fat785 kcal