Chayote en Escabeche con Atún (Estilo Keto)
Keto Pickled Chayote with Tuna
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the escabeche marinade. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Cooked chayote chunks marinated in a tangy vinegar-based escabeche sauce with olive oil, herbs, and spices, served cold with flaked tuna for a light and refreshing keto meal or appetizer.
Key ingredients
Chayote, tuna (canned in oil or fresh cooked), white vinegar, olive oil, onion, bell pepper, garlic, bay leaf, peppercorns, salt, cilantro.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the escabeche marinade. Confirm tuna is packed in oil or grilled without sugar.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinade, high-carb sides (e.g., crackers).
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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