Qabakhi Nigvzit
Zucchini with Walnut Paste
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A delicious cold appetizer featuring grilled or pan-fried zucchini slices, generously spread with a fragrant, garlicky walnut paste, often garnished with fresh herbs and optional pomegranate seeds.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, walnuts, garlic, cilantro, blue fenugreek, marigold powder, red pepper, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Request no bread on the side. Opt out of pomegranate seeds if strictly adhering to lower carbs, as they add natural sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
ყაბახი ნიგვზით მინდა პურის გარეშე. ბროწეულის მარცვლები არ მოაყაროთ, თუ შეიძლება.
For the Qabakhi Nigvzit, please no bread on the side. Also, no pomegranate seeds, please.
Watch out for
Served with bread (must omit). Pomegranate seeds (if used) add natural sugars and carbs. Potential for hidden sugar in the walnut paste.
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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