Sallatë Jeshile
Green Salad
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
A simple and refreshing Albanian green salad, typically composed of fresh green lettuce, often with slices of cucumber and a sprinkle of spring onions, dressed minimally with olive oil and lemon juice.
Key ingredients
Green lettuce, cucumber (optional), spring onions (optional), olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugar in the dressing. Confirm no high-carb additions like croutons, corn, or significant amounts of carrots.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Sallatë Jeshile pa sheqer në salcë, ju lutem. Dhe pa krutona, misër apo shumë karota.
For the Sallatë Jeshile, please ensure no added sugar in the dressing. And no croutons, corn, or lots of carrots.
Watch out for
Pre-made dressings can contain sugar. Some restaurant versions might add higher-carb vegetables or croutons.
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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