Güisquil Salteado (Chayote)
Sautéed Chayote (Güisquil)
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Tender chayote squash (güisquil) lightly sautéed with garlic and herbs. A common and naturally low-carb vegetable side dish in Guatemalan cuisine, perfect as a carb-free accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Chayote (güisquil), garlic, onion, cooking oil (e.g., olive oil, vegetable oil), cilantro, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure it is prepared without any sugary glazes, high-carb sauces, or breading. Request preparation with minimal oil for lower calories if desired, but restaurant portions will assume heavy oil.
Watch out for
Very low risk, but always confirm no sugary glazes or sauces are added, as restaurants sometimes use them to enhance flavor.
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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