Carne Asada (con vegetales sin almidón)
Grilled Steak with Low-Carb Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: omit rice, beans, and tortillas. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Marinated grilled beef steak, typically a skirt, flank, or sirloin cut, seasoned with lime, garlic, and spices. Modified to be served with non-starchy vegetables like grilled zucchini, bell peppers, or a side salad instead of traditional rice, beans, and tortillas.
Key ingredients
Beef steak, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, onions, salt, pepper, cooking oil, non-starchy vegetables (e.g., zucchini, broccoli, spinach, bell peppers).
How to make it keto
Omit rice, beans, and tortillas. Request grilled non-starchy vegetables or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar dressing. Confirm no sugar in the marinade.
Watch out for
Marinades can contain hidden sugars. Side vegetables might be cooked with sugary glazes or served with high-carb dressings.
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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