Salata-e Kachu
Afghan Cucumber Salad
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Afghan dishes.
What it is
A simple, refreshing Afghan salad featuring thinly sliced fresh cucumbers, often seasoned with salt, black pepper, and sometimes a light dressing of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar. This pure cucumber salad is a naturally keto and hydrating side.
Key ingredients
Fresh cucumbers, salt, black pepper, lemon juice or apple cider vinegar (optional), olive oil (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the dressing. Confirm no high-carb additions like chickpeas or sweetened yogurt.
Say this to the waiter (Dari)
برای سلاد کچالو، لطفاً مطمئن شوید در سس آن شکر نیست. نخود یا ماست شیرین شده هم اضافه نشود.
For Salata-e Kachu, ensure no sugar in the dressing. Confirm no chickpeas or sweetened yogurt are added.
Watch out for
Sweetened dressing, addition of high-carb vegetables (e.g., tomatoes in large quantities, bell peppers if too many) or legumes.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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