Ensalada de Atún (Keto)
Keto Tuna Salad (No Bread/Crackers)
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread, crackers, or any other starchy sides. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
A simple and satisfying tuna salad, typically made with canned tuna, mayonnaise, celery, and onion. This keto version is served as a scoop over a fresh bed of lettuce or with avocado slices, completely omitting bread or crackers.
Key ingredients
Canned tuna (preferably in oil), mayonnaise, finely diced celery, finely diced onion, lettuce (for serving), avocado (optional).
How to make it keto
Request no bread, crackers, or any other starchy sides. Ask for it to be served with lettuce or avocado.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add sweet relish or other sugary condiments to their tuna salad. Always confirm ingredients if possible.
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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