Salade Niçoise (Keto-Style)
Keto Nicoise Salad with Tuna, Olives, Eggs, and Greens
Yes, with a tweak: omit potatoes and green beans. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for French food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant salad from the city of Nice, typically featuring mixed greens, tuna (canned or fresh), hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, Niçoise olives, and anchovies, dressed with a vinaigrette. Traditionally includes potatoes and green beans, which must be omitted for a keto version.
Key ingredients
Mixed greens (lettuce, arugula), tuna (canned in oil or grilled fresh), hard-boiled eggs, Niçoise olives, cherry tomatoes (small amount), anchovies, red onion (small amount), bell peppers, olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit potatoes and green beans. Confirm the vinaigrette is sugar-free. Ask for extra virgin olive oil and vinegar on the side if unsure about the dressing.
Say this to the waiter (French)
Sans pommes de terre ni haricots verts, s'il vous plaît. La vinaigrette est-elle sans sucre ? Sinon, je prendrai de l'huile d'olive et du vinaigre à part.
No potatoes or green beans, please. Is the vinaigrette sugar-free? Otherwise, could I have olive oil and vinegar on the side?
Watch out for
Potatoes and green beans are traditional but high carb. Sugary vinaigrettes. Large quantities of tomatoes or red onion can add up.
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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