Heeringasalat (Kartulivaba, Peedita)
Herring Salad (Potato-Free, Beetroot-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: crucially specify 'no potato' and 'no beetroot'. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A fresh and savory herring salad, significantly modified for keto by omitting the traditional potatoes and beetroot. This version emphasizes diced pickled herring, hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped red onion, and a rich, creamy dressing made from sour cream and/or mayonnaise, highlighting the clean, briny flavors.
Key ingredients
Pickled herring fillets, hard-boiled eggs, red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh dill, black pepper, (optional: sugar-free pickled cucumber).
How to make it keto
Crucially specify 'no potato' and 'no beetroot'. Confirm that both the mayonnaise and sour cream used in the dressing are sugar-free. Request sugar-free pickled cucumbers if they are included.
Say this to the waiter (Estonian)
Heeringasalat: Palun ilma kartuli ja peedita. Kas majonees, hapukoor ja marineeritud kurgid on suhkruvabad?
For the Heeringasalat, please no potato or beetroot. Are the mayonnaise, sour cream, and pickled cucumbers sugar-free?
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in commercially pickled herring (though generally low carb). Significant risk of hidden sugars in mayonnaise and sour cream dressings. Potential for non-keto vegetables if not clearly specified (e.g., carrots, peas).
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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