Choban Salati
Shepherd's Salad (Low Carb Version)
Yes, with a tweak: request fewer tomatoes and onions, more cucumber and herbs. About 12g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A refreshing salad of finely diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and fresh herbs (parsley, dill, cilantro), typically dressed with olive oil and sometimes lemon juice or vinegar. While naturally low in carbs, portion control on tomatoes and onions is key for keto.
Key ingredients
Cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, fresh parsley, dill, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice or vinegar, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request fewer tomatoes and onions, more cucumber and herbs. Confirm no sugar is added to the dressing. Ask for olive oil and lemon/vinegar dressing on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Çoban Salatı: Pomidor/soğan az, xiyar/göyərti çox olsun. Sousuna şəkər qatmayın. Zeytun yağı və limon/sirkə sousunu ayrıca gətirin, zəhmət olmasa.
Choban Salati: Less tomato/onion, more cucumber/herbs. No sugar in dressing. Olive oil and lemon/vinegar dressing on the side, please.
Watch out for
High quantities of tomatoes and onions can elevate carb count. Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to the dressing.
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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