Αρνί Βλίτα
Lamb with Amaranth Greens
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb, often from the shoulder or leg, slow-cooked or braised with fresh Vlita (Amaranth greens) in a generous amount of olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice. A rustic and healthy traditional dish.
Key ingredients
Lamb, amaranth greens (vlita), olive oil, garlic, lemon juice
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are added, which is not typical for this specific dish. Confirm no flour is used to thicken the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για το Αρνί Βλίτα, παρακαλώ χωρίς πατάτες ή άλλα αμυλούχα λαχανικά, και χωρίς αλεύρι στη σάλτσα.
For the Αρνί Βλίτα, please no potatoes or other starchy vegetables, and no flour to thicken the sauce.
Watch out for
Natural carbs from greens and garlic. Ensure no starchy vegetables are added as side dish or in preparation.
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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