Tomaat Gevuld met Krabsalade
Tomato filled with Crab Salad
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that the crab salad mayonnaise contains no added sugar and that no sugary dressings are used for the accompanying greens. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Belgian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A ripe tomato hollowed out and filled with a rich, creamy crab salad. A classic Belgian appetizer or light meal, usually served with mayonnaise-based dressing and sometimes a side of greens.
Key ingredients
Tomato, crab meat, mayonnaise, chives, lemon juice, celery (optional), mixed green salad.
How to make it keto
Confirm that the crab salad mayonnaise contains no added sugar and that no sugary dressings are used for the accompanying greens. Ensure no croutons or bread are served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Dutch)
Is de mayonaise van de krabsalade suikervrij, en zijn er geen zoete dressings? Geen croutons of brood erbij, alstublieft.
Is the crab salad mayo sugar-free, and are there no sugary dressings? Please, no croutons or bread.
Watch out for
Mayonnaise can contain sugar. Some restaurants might add cornstarch or other fillers to crab salad. Tomato itself has moderate carbs. Watch for sugary salad dressings.
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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