Fagiolini al Burro e Parmigiano
Green Beans with Butter and Parmesan
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Fresh green beans lightly steamed or blanched until tender-crisp, then tossed generously in melted butter and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Key ingredients
Green beans, butter, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no added sugars or starchy vegetables are mixed in. Ensure preparation with ample butter and cheese and no flour-based sauce is used.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Ci sono zuccheri aggiunti o verdure amidacee? Per favore, tanto burro e parmigiano, e nessuna salsa a base di farina.
Are there any added sugars or starchy vegetables? Please use plenty of butter and cheese, no flour-based sauce.
Watch out for
Can sometimes be served with other higher-carb vegetables. Portion size of green beans can add up in carbs if very large. Hidden sugars in some pre-made butter sauces (unlikely in authentic Italian preparations).
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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