Carne Asada (Keto Modified with Green Salad)
Grilled Steak with Keto Green Salad
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no beans, no tortillas, no plantains, no papas fritas (fries). About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Marinated and grilled steak, typically thin-cut beef, served with a simple green salad instead of traditional high-carb sides. The focus is on the succulent grilled meat.
Key ingredients
Beef steak (flank, skirt, sirloin), lime juice, garlic, onion, cilantro, olive oil, salt, pepper. Served with a simple side salad (lettuce, tomato, cucumber, vinaigrette).
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no beans, no tortillas, no plantains, no papas fritas (fries). Ask for a side of plain green salad with oil and vinegar dressing. Confirm marinade does not contain excessive sugar.
Watch out for
Always served with high-carb sides (rice, beans, tortillas, plantains, potatoes). Marinade might contain sugar, but usually minimal.
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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