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324 dishes150 keto as served129 with a photo

Keto friendliness

Spanish cuisine offers many naturally low-carb components but requires diligent selection and modification to avoid common starch and sugar elements.

Top ingredients

Excellent traditional keto ingredients include jamón serrano/ibérico, chorizo, grilled meats, various seafood, olive oil, eggs, Manchego cheese, and non-starchy vegetables like pimientos.

Danger zones

The biggest carb traps are paella (rice), patatas bravas (potatoes), tortilla española (potatoes), croquetas (flour), pan (bread), and most desserts.

Best for

This cuisine works best for keto dieters comfortable with making substitutions, those prioritizing high-fat and moderate-protein options, and those who enjoy seafood and cured meats.

What to drink

Drinks you will see at Spanish restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.

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Jamón Ibérico de Bellota
Iberian Acorn-fed Ham
Thinly sliced, intensely flavorful cured ham from Iberian pigs fed on acorns. A quintessential Spanish delicac…
Order as-isHigh Fat
0 net0 total0 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
Lechazo Asado
Roast Suckling Lamb
A prized delicacy from regions like Castilla y León, featuring whole suckling lamb slow-roasted to achieve inc…
Order as-isHigh Fat
0 net0 total0 fibre80 protein75 fat950 kcal
Percebes
Goose Barnacles
A highly prized seafood delicacy from Galicia, typically served simply boiled in salt water. Rich, briny, and …
Order as-isHigh Protein
0 net0 total0 fibre35 protein10 fat250 kcal
Presa Ibérica a la Plancha
Grilled Ibérico Pork Shoulder Cut
A highly valued cut from the Ibérico pig, the 'presa' (shoulder cut) is known for its beautiful marbling and i…
Order as-isHigh Fat
0 net0 total0 fibre60 protein65 fat820 kcal
Torreznos
Crispy Pork Belly Strips
Thick-cut strips of pork belly, slow-cooked and then fried until intensely crispy and puffed, often served as …
Order as-isHigh Fat
0 net0 total0 fibre40 protein80 fat900 kcal
Bistec de Ternera a la Plancha
Grilled Beef Steak with Keto Sides
A thinly sliced beef steak, grilled to your liking and seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Best served with …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
1 net2 total1 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
Chuletón
Grilled Ribeye Steak (with Keto Sides)
A magnificent, thick-cut, bone-in ribeye or T-bone steak, grilled to your preferred doneness and simply season…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre80 protein80 fat1100 kcal
Cochinillo Asado
Roast Suckling Pig
A traditional dish from Castilla y León, featuring a whole suckling pig slow-roasted until the skin is incredi…
Order as-isHigh Fat
1 net1 total0 fibre100 protein80 fat1100 kcal
Dorada a la Sal
Sea Bream Baked in Salt Crust
A whole sea bream baked in a thick crust of coarse sea salt, which steams the fish to perfection, locking in m…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
Gallo a la Plancha
Grilled John Dory
Fresh John Dory (Gallo) fillet, simply grilled 'a la plancha' with olive oil, salt, and sometimes a touch of g…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein20 fat450 kcal
Gambas Cocidas
Boiled Prawns
Simple, fresh prawns boiled in salted water, served chilled or at room temperature, often with a wedge of lemo…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre40 protein8 fat300 kcal
Lubina a la Sal
Whole Sea Bass Baked in Salt Crust
A classic preparation where a whole sea bass is baked within a crust of coarse sea salt, which locks in moistu…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre90 protein37 fat675 kcal
Mero a la Plancha
Grilled Grouper Fillet
A simple yet delicious preparation of fresh grouper fillet, grilled to perfection and typically served with a …
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net2 total1 fibre40 protein38 fat500 kcal
Pescado a la Sal
Whole Fish Baked in Salt Crust
A whole fresh fish (e.g., sea bass, snapper) baked entirely encased in a thick salt crust, which is then crack…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net1 total0 fibre80 protein40 fat700 kcal
Secreto Ibérico a la Plancha
Grilled Iberian Pork Secreto
A prized, marbled cut from Iberian pork, grilled to perfection and typically served simply seasoned with coars…
Order as-isHigh Fat
1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Sepia a la Plancha
Grilled Cuttlefish
Tender cuttlefish, expertly grilled on a flat-top ('a la plancha') with generous olive oil and finely minced g…
Order as-isHigh Protein
1 net2 total1 fibre45 protein19 fat370 kcal
Alitas de Pollo Fritas
Fried Chicken Wings (Plain)
Crispy fried chicken wings, often seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and sometimes paprika. Cooked without any…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein58 fat750 kcal
Angulas a la Bilbaína
Elvers (Baby Eels) Bilbaina Style
A classic, delicate, and often expensive dish featuring angulas (baby eels) quickly sautéed in olive oil with …
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre35 protein38 fat475 kcal
Atún Mechado
Andalusian Stuffed Tuna (Seared & Sliced)
A traditional Andalusian preparation where a large piece of tuna is larded (or 'stuffed' with strips of bacon/…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre50 protein42 fat600 kcal
Boquerones en vinagre
Marinated Anchovies
Fresh anchovy fillets, cured in vinegar until tender and white, then dressed with plenty of olive oil, minced …
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
Cabrito Asado
Roasted Kid Goat (without potatoes)
Whole roasted kid goat, slow-cooked until incredibly tender with crispy skin, a traditional dish in certain Sp…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre70 protein55 fat800 kcal
Chipirones a la Plancha
Grilled Baby Squid
Tender baby squid grilled to perfection with olive oil, garlic, and parsley. A classic, simple, and naturally …
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
Chuletas de cordero
Lamb Chops
Succulent lamb chops, typically grilled or pan-fried, seasoned simply with salt and pepper to let the rich fla…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net3 total1 fibre65 protein75 fat950 kcal
Codillo Asado
Roasted Pork Hock (without potatoes)
Slow-roasted pork hock, tender and succulent with crispy skin, a traditional dish in certain Spanish regions. …
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein75 fat900 kcal
Cordero Asado
Roast Lamb
Traditionally a whole leg or shoulder of lamb slow-roasted until tender with garlic, herbs (rosemary, thyme), …
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net3 total1 fibre90 protein70 fat1000 kcal
Espalda de Cerdo Ibérico Asada (Keto Modified)
Roasted Iberian Pork Shoulder (Keto Modified)
Succulent slow-roasted shoulder of prized Iberian pork, renowned for its exquisite marbling and deep, intense …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
Espetos de Sardinas
Skewered Sardines
Fresh sardines, typically caught that day, skewered and grilled over an open wood fire (often beachside), seas…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein60 fat750 kcal
Gambas a la Plancha
Grilled Prawns
Large, succulent prawns, often head-on, quickly grilled on a hot griddle with olive oil, a hint of garlic (opt…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein30 fat500 kcal
Langosta a la Plancha
Grilled Lobster
A whole fresh lobster grilled to perfection, typically served simply with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil,…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre75 protein45 fat650 kcal
Lomo a la Plancha
Grilled Pork Loin
Slices of lean pork loin, quickly grilled and seasoned, often served with a simple dressing of olive oil and g…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein30 fat520 kcal
Navajas a la Plancha
Grilled Razor Clams
Long, delicate razor clams quickly grilled with a drizzle of olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh parsley. A si…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein15 fat250 kcal
Pollo Asado (Keto Modificado)
Roast Chicken (Keto Style)
Whole or half chicken roasted to perfection, typically seasoned with herbs and spices. Often served with potat…
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
Rape a la Plancha
Grilled Monkfish
Firm, meaty monkfish tail grilled with olive oil, garlic, and parsley. Its robust texture and flavor make it a…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre45 protein35 fat520 kcal
Rape Cocido con Aceite y Pimentón (Keto Modificado)
Boiled Monkfish with Olive Oil and Paprika (Keto Modified)
Tender monkfish fillets gently boiled or steamed, then dressed with a simple but flavorful sauce of hot olive …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein35 fat500 kcal
Rodaballo a la Plancha
Grilled Turbot
A whole or filleted turbot, grilled to perfection with olive oil, garlic, and a touch of lemon. Often served s…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre50 protein40 fat580 kcal
Ajo Blanco (Keto Modified, without bread)
Cold Almond and Garlic Soup (Keto Modified)
A refreshing cold Andalusian soup made with blanched almonds, garlic, olive oil, and water, blended to a cream…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
3 net7 total4 fibre10 protein38 fat400 kcal
Atún a la Plancha con Keto Acompañamiento
Grilled Tuna Steak with Keto Sides
A thick cut of fresh tuna, typically grilled to perfection and served with a simple dressing of olive oil and …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
3 net5 total2 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
Bacalao al Horno (Keto Modificado)
Baked Cod (with keto vegetables)
A simple preparation of baked cod, often with olive oil, garlic, and herbs. This dish is inherently low-carb, …
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
3 net4 total1 fibre50 protein35 fat550 kcal
Berberechos al Vapor
Steamed Cockles
Small, tender cockles steamed open with white wine, garlic, and parsley, allowing their distinct briny flavor …
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein12 fat280 kcal
Chorizo al Inferno
Flaming Chorizo
A spectacular and delicious tapa where fresh, thick-cut chorizo sausage is flambéed right at the table in a sp…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein50 fat600 kcal
Codornices en Escabeche
Pickled Quail
Whole quail, meticulously cooked and then marinated in a vibrant, tangy escabeche (pickle) sauce. This cold di…
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein45 fat650 kcal
Cogollos de Tudela con Anchoas
Little Gem Lettuce Hearts with Anchovies
Crisp hearts of Romaine lettuce (or similar mini-gem lettuce, 'cogollos') typically dressed simply with extra …
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
3 net6 total3 fibre18 protein25 fat300 kcal
Conejo al Ajillo
Garlic Rabbit
Tender pieces of rabbit, browned and then slow-cooked in a generous amount of olive oil with abundant garlic, …
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre55 protein65 fat900 kcal
Costillas de Cerdo a la Brasa
Grilled Pork Ribs
Tender pork ribs seasoned and grilled over coals or on a griddle until caramelized and juicy. A rustic and sat…
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3 net4 total1 fibre55 protein70 fat850 kcal
Higaditos de Pollo al Ajillo
Chicken Livers with Garlic
Pan-fried chicken livers sautéed with generous amounts of garlic and olive oil, often with a hint of dry sherr…
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
Huevos Rotos con Jamón
Fried Eggs with Iberian Ham (without potatoes)
A beloved Spanish dish traditionally featuring perfectly fried eggs with runny yolks and crispy pieces of savo…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
Mollejas de Ternera a la Plancha
Grilled Veal Sweetbreads
Delicate and rich veal sweetbreads, often pan-fried or grilled to a crispy exterior and creamy interior. A gou…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein60 fat720 kcal
Parrillada de Carne (Keto Modified)
Mixed Grilled Meats (with keto sides)
A platter of various grilled meats such as beef, pork, and sometimes chicken or lamb, simply seasoned and cook…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
3 net5 total2 fibre90 protein95 fat1200 kcal
Atún a la Plancha con Ensalada (Keto)
Grilled Tuna Steak with Keto Salad
A thick cut of fresh tuna steak, lightly seasoned and grilled to your preferred doneness, typically served wit…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
4 net6 total2 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
Bacalao al Pil-Pil
Cod in Pil-Pil Sauce
A classic Basque dish featuring pieces of desalted cod confited slowly in abundant olive oil with garlic and g…
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein85 fat900 kcal
Calamares a la plancha
Grilled Squid
Fresh squid, often whole or cut into rings, simply grilled 'a la plancha' (on a flat-top griddle) with olive o…
Order as-isHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
Espinacas a la Catalana (sin pasas)
Catalan Spinach with Pine Nuts (No Raisins)
Fresh spinach sautéed with olive oil, garlic, and toasted pine nuts. This simple yet flavorful side dish is a …
Ask for a tweakLow Carb Side
4 net8 total4 fibre4 protein25 fat280 kcal
Fritura de Pescado Variado (Keto Modificado)
Mixed Fried Seafood Platter (Keto, No Breading)
A delightful assortment of fresh, local seafood (e.g., small fish, shrimp, cuttlefish pieces, puntillitas) lig…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
Gambas al Ajillo con Gulas
Shrimp and Baby Eel Surrogates with Garlic
Succulent shrimp and 'gulas' (imitation baby eels made from surimi, generally low-carb and common in Spain) si…
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein50 fat650 kcal
Merluza en Salsa Verde
Hake in Green Sauce
Fresh hake fillets gently cooked in a vibrant green sauce made with olive oil, copious garlic, fresh parsley, …
Order as-isHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
Pollo al Ajillo (Keto Modified)
Garlic Chicken (Keto Modified, No Potatoes)
Succulent chicken pieces (often bone-in, skin-on for maximum flavor) fried or slow-cooked with generous amount…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
Pulpo a la Gallega
Galician Style Octopus
Tender boiled octopus, typically sliced and dressed generously with high-quality olive oil, smoked paprika, an…
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4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
Revuelto de Espárragos Trigueros
Scrambled Eggs with Wild Asparagus
A simple and satisfying dish of lightly scrambled eggs mixed with tender, sautéed wild asparagus, often with a…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
4 net7 total3 fibre20 protein28 fat350 kcal
Revuelto de Gambas y Ajetes
Scrambled Eggs with Shrimp and Green Garlic
A flavorful Spanish-style scramble featuring eggs, succulent shrimp, and tender green garlic shoots (ajetes ti…
Order as-isBalanced Protein/Fat
4 net6 total2 fibre35 protein32 fat450 kcal
Riñones al Jerez (Keto Modificado)
Veal Kidneys in Sherry Sauce (Keto Modified)
Sautéed veal kidneys cooked in a rich, savory sherry wine sauce. A classic offal dish, traditionally served wi…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre65 protein40 fat650 kcal

Questions people ask

What can I eat at a Spanish restaurant on keto?

Good orders that are keto as served include Jamón Ibérico de Bellota (0g net carbs), Lechazo Asado (0g net carbs), Percebes (0g net carbs), Presa Ibérica a la Plancha (0g net carbs), Torreznos (0g net carbs) and Cochinillo Asado (1g net carbs). Of the 324 Spanish dishes in this guide, 150 are keto as served.

Is Spanish food keto-friendly?

Keto Atlas rates Spanish food "Navigable" for keto. Spanish cuisine offers many naturally low-carb components but requires diligent selection and modification to avoid common starch and sugar elements.

What Spanish dishes should I avoid on keto?

The biggest carb traps are paella (rice), patatas bravas (potatoes), tortilla española (potatoes), croquetas (flour), pan (bread), and most desserts. Dishes to skip include Albóndigas (20g), Gazpacho (20g), Parrillada de Verduras (18g) and Txipirones encebollados (18g).

How do I order Spanish food keto-style?

Many dishes become keto with one small request. For Bistec de Ternera a la Plancha: ask for 'sin patatas fritas' (without fries) and 'con verduras a la plancha' (with grilled vegetables like zucchini or green beans) or a 'ensalada verde' (green salad). For Chuletón: say "Chuletón: 'sin patatas', please. Sub grilled low-carb vegetables or a green salad with oil/vinegar."

What can I drink at a Spanish restaurant on keto?

Keto-friendly as served: Black Coffee and Coffee on Ice. Fine with a small request (usually no sugar or syrup): Valencian Iced Coffee and Coffee with Milk. Skip sugary drinks such as Condensed Milk Coffee, Non-Alcoholic Red Bitter and Non-Alcoholic Grape Juice.