Choritos con Salsa Verde
Mussels with Green Sauce (Herb & Olive Oil Based)
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Fresh mussels steamed and served with a vibrant 'salsa verde' typically made from parsley, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. A popular and naturally keto appetizer.
Key ingredients
Mussels, white wine (optional, small amount for steaming), parsley, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served alongside or used in the sauce. Confirm the sauce is purely herb/oil/lemon based, without any hidden sugars or thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Choritos con Salsa Verde: Sin pan (con el plato o en la salsa). Salsa: solo hierbas, aceite y limón; sin azúcar ni espesantes.
Choritos con Salsa Verde: No bread (with dish or in sauce). Sauce: purely herb/oil/lemon based, no sugar or thickeners.
Watch out for
Bread served for dipping, potential for sugar in less authentic salsa verde.
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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