Ensalada Verde con Queso y Tomate (Sin Aderezo Azucarado)
Green Salad with Fresh Cheese and Tomato (No Sugary Dressing)
Yes, with a tweak: specify no sugary dressings. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
A simple and refreshing side salad featuring a bed of mixed green leaves, topped with cubes or slices of fresh white cheese (like 'queso fresco' or 'cuajada'), a small amount of tomato, and cucumber. Served with a keto-friendly dressing.
Key ingredients
Mixed green leaves (lettuce, spinach), fresh white cheese, tomato (small amount), cucumber, olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, specify no sugary dressings. Ask for simple olive oil and vinegar/lemon. Limit tomato portion if highly carb-sensitive.
Watch out for
Sugary salad dressings are the primary risk. Large quantities of tomatoes, or other higher-carb vegetables sometimes found in mixed salads (e.g., carrots, corn).
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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