Salmão Grelhado com Aspargos
Grilled Salmon with Asparagus and Butter
Yes, with a tweak: omit rice, potatoes (mashed or fried), or any starchy purees. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A popular and healthy option found in many Brazilian restaurants. A salmon fillet grilled or pan-seared, often served with a lemon-butter sauce and a side of vegetables.
Key ingredients
Salmon fillet, olive oil, butter, lemon, asparagus, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Omit rice, potatoes (mashed or fried), or any starchy purees. Request extra butter and grilled asparagus or other low-carb vegetables (like broccoli, green beans) instead. Confirm no sugary glazes or sauces are used on the salmon.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Salmão Grelhado, por favor, sem arroz, batata ou purês com amido. Quero mais manteiga e aspargos grelhados. Confirme que não leva molhos doces.
Salmão Grelhado: omit rice, potatoes, starchy purees. Extra butter, grilled asparagus. Confirm no sugary glazes or sauces.
Watch out for
Sugary glazes or sauces on the fish, carb-heavy sides (rice, potatoes, polenta).
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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