Badımjan Salatı
Roasted Eggplant Salad
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no hidden sugars in the dressing (unlikely for this traditional salad). About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A vibrant cold salad made from roasted and peeled eggplant, bell peppers, and tomatoes, finely chopped and mixed with fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley), garlic, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. A refreshing side or appetizer.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, garlic, fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley), olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no hidden sugars in the dressing (unlikely for this traditional salad). Decline any croutons or bread served on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Badımcan Salatının sousunda şəkər olmasın. Yanında suxarı və ya çörək gətirməyin.
For Badımjan Salatı, no hidden sugars in the dressing. And no croutons or bread on the side, please.
Watch out for
Tomatoes and bell peppers contribute carbohydrates; ensure the portion size of these vegetables is reasonable for keto. Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to 'balance' vegetable salads, but less common for this specific, rustic dish.
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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