Abobrinha Recheada com Queijo e Bacon (Assada)
Baked Zucchini Stuffed with Cheese and Bacon
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the tomato pulp is pure and without added sugar. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Hollowed zucchini halves baked and generously filled with a mixture of melted cheeses, crispy bacon bits, herbs, and a light tomato sauce. A comforting and flavorful low-carb dish.
Key ingredients
Abobrinha, bacon picado, mix de queijos (ex: muçarela, parmesão), polpa de tomate natural, cebola picada, alho picado, azeite de oliva, orégano, sal, pimenta-do-reino.
How to make it keto
Ensure the tomato pulp is pure and without added sugar. Confirm no breadcrumbs or other carb-heavy fillers are used in the stuffing. Request light on onion if carb sensitive.
Watch out for
Sugary tomato sauce, breadcrumbs/flour as fillers, excessive high-carb vegetables in the filling.
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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