Ensalada Mixta (Estilo Keto)
Keto-Friendly Mixed Green Salad
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that the dressing is strictly oil and vinegar, with absolutely no sugar. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A fresh and vibrant mixed green salad, commonly featuring crisp lettuce, sliced tomato, cucumber, and red onion. It is dressed simply with a generous drizzle of olive oil and vinegar, ensuring no sugary dressings or high-carb additions like croutons are included. This serves as an excellent low-carb side or base for added protein.
Key ingredients
Mixed greens (e.g., romaine, iceberg lettuce), ripe tomato, cucumber, red onion, extra virgin olive oil, white vinegar or apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm that the dressing is strictly oil and vinegar, with absolutely no sugar. Request no croutons or any other high-carb toppings (e.g., corn, sweet peppers, or excessive shredded carrots).
Watch out for
Most restaurant salad dressings are loaded with sugar. Croutons are a common high-carb addition. Some mixed salads might include high-carb vegetables like corn, peas, or potato salad.
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.