Flor de Calabaza Salteada con Huevo y Queso (Estilo Keto)
Keto Sautéed Zucchini Flower with Egg and Cheese
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Delicate zucchini flowers (squash blossoms), a seasonal delicacy in Costa Rica, lightly sautéed with tender scrambled egg, garlic, and crumbled local white cheese, creating a flavorful and light low-carb dish perfect as a 'boca' or side.
Key ingredients
Zucchini flowers, eggs, white cheese (e.g., Turrialba), onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, cilantro.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or breading is used on the zucchini flowers; confirm no starchy vegetables are added to the sauté.
Watch out for
Flour/breading on zucchini flowers; starchy vegetables added; cheese containing fillers.
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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