Ensalada de Pollo con Aguacate (Sin Crutones)
Chicken and Avocado Salad (No Croutons)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no croutons and a dressing made only with olive oil and lemon or vinegar, avoiding any sugary options. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
A refreshing salad featuring tender grilled or shredded chicken mixed with fresh avocado slices, crisp mixed greens, cucumber, and a simple vinaigrette. Often includes a small amount of tomato.
Key ingredients
Chicken (grilled or shredded), avocado, mixed greens (lettuce, spinach), cucumber, small amount of tomato, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no croutons and a dressing made only with olive oil and lemon or vinegar, avoiding any sugary options. Confirm chicken is not marinated in sugary sauces.
Watch out for
Sugary salad dressings, high-carb additions like croutons, corn, or beans. Large quantities of tomatoes or red onions can also add up. Hidden sugars in chicken marinades.
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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