Melitzanes Salata
Roasted Eggplant Dip
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Cypriot food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A smoky and creamy dip made from roasted eggplant, mashed with tahini (sesame paste), fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a generous amount of olive oil. It's often served as part of a meze platter.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Request no pita bread or other carb-heavy accompaniments typically served with dips. Confirm no hidden sugars are added to the dip.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Τη Μελιτζανοσαλάτα χωρίς πίτα ή άλλα αμυλούχα. Επίσης, να μην έχει ζάχαρη.
Melitzanes Salata, no pita bread or carb-heavy accompaniments please. And confirm no added sugar.
Watch out for
Pita bread or other carb-heavy accompaniments; tahini can contribute a moderate amount of carbs in larger servings; hidden sugars in some restaurant preparations.
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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