Peixe Assado na Crosta de Castanhas com Legumes Grelhados
Baked Fish with Nut Crust and Grilled Vegetables
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A fresh white fish fillet (e.g., robalo, dourado) baked with a savory crust of crushed Brazilian nuts or cashews, served alongside an assortment of grilled low-carb vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and asparagus.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet (Robalo, Dourado), Brazil nuts/cashews, olive oil, lemon juice, herbs (parsley, cilantro), zucchini, bell peppers, asparagus, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading or flour is used for the crust, only nuts. Confirm vegetables are grilled plain with oil and seasoning, not marinated in sugary sauces.
Watch out for
Nut crusts can sometimes have breadcrumbs or other carb-fillers mixed in. Marinades for vegetables might contain sugar. Excessive use of higher-carb vegetables like carrots or corn.
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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