Salat Yisraeli (Keto-Modified)
Traditional Israeli Chopped Salad (No Croutons, No Sugary Dressing)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no croutons are added. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A staple of Israeli cuisine, this fresh salad features finely diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions, typically dressed with olive oil and lemon juice.
Key ingredients
Cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no croutons are added. Request a simple dressing of olive oil and lemon, avoiding any pre-made or sugary vinaigrettes. Confirm no high-carb additions like chickpeas.
Say this to the waiter (Hebrew)
סלט ישראלי בבקשה. בלי קרוטונים. רוטב רק שמן זית ולימון, בלי ויניגרט מוכן. בלי חומוס או תוספות עתירות פחמימה.
Salat Yisraeli, please. No croutons. Just olive oil and lemon dressing, no pre-made vinaigrette. No chickpeas or other high-carb additions.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add croutons, a pre-made sugary dressing, or other higher-carb vegetables like carrots or corn. Large portions can accumulate carbs from tomatoes and cucumbers.
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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