Kitri da Pomidori Salati (Tkemalit)
Cucumber and Tomato Salad with Tkemali Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request tkemali sauce with no added sugar. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Georgian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A fresh and vibrant salad featuring sliced cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and red onion, dressed with a tangy tkemali (sour plum) sauce and fresh herbs. A refreshing accompaniment to main dishes.
Key ingredients
Cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, fresh cilantro, fresh basil, fresh tarragon, tkemali sauce, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Request tkemali sauce with no added sugar. Ensure dressing is olive oil-based and not a sweetened or high-carb alternative.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
კიტრი და პომიდორი სალათისთვის, გთხოვთ, გამოიყენოთ უშაქრო ტყემალი და ზეითუნის ზეთის სოუსი, შაქრის გარეშე.
For the Kitri da Pomidori Salati, please use unsweetened tkemali and an olive oil dressing, no added sugar.
Watch out for
Tomatoes and red onions contain natural carbs. Tkemali sauce is a significant carb risk if it contains added sugars (common in commercial versions).
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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