Revoltillo de Vainitas con Huevo y Queso (Keto)
Green Bean Scramble with Egg and Cheese (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Ecuadorian dishes.
What it is
A simple yet delicious and nutritious scramble that is a staple in Ecuadorian home cooking. Tender green beans ('vainitas') are sautéed with onions, then mixed with scrambled eggs, and finished with fresh crumbled 'queso fresco'. This dish is naturally low in carbohydrates and rich in protein and healthy fats, making it ideal for a keto breakfast or light meal.
Key ingredients
Fresh green beans (vainitas), eggs, white onion (diced), fresh unsalted cheese (queso fresco, crumbled), olive oil, fresh cilantro, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no rice, bread, or other high-carb accompaniments are served with the scramble. The dish itself is keto-friendly.
Watch out for
Only carb risk is if served alongside high-carb breakfast items like bread or rice.
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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