Insalata Caprese
Caprese Salad
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no balsamic glaze is used, as it is almost always sweetened. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Italian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A simple and iconic Italian salad featuring slices of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
Key ingredients
Fresh mozzarella (ideally buffalo mozzarella), ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, freshly ground black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no balsamic glaze is used, as it is almost always sweetened. Request plain balsamic vinegar or simply olive oil and salt. For very strict keto, ask for fewer tomatoes or extra cheese/avocado (if available).
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per l'Insalata Caprese, per favore, niente glassa balsamica, solo aceto balsamico o semplicemente olio d'oliva e sale.
For the Insalata Caprese, please no balsamic glaze, only plain balsamic vinegar or just olive oil and salt.
Watch out for
Balsamic glaze is a major carb risk due to added sugars. Tomatoes, while generally keto-friendly in moderation, can add up in large portions. Often served with bread.
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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