Zucchini Ripieni
Stuffed Zucchini
Yes, with a tweak: ensure NO breadcrumbs are used in the stuffing. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Italian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Zucchini halves hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of ground meat (often pork or beef), Parmesan cheese, herbs, sometimes baked with a light tomato sauce.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, ground pork/beef, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, basil, olive oil, salt, black pepper. (Optional: light crushed tomatoes).
How to make it keto
Ensure NO breadcrumbs are used in the stuffing. If a tomato sauce is used, confirm no added sugar and request a minimal amount.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Senza pangrattato nel ripieno, per favore. Se c'è il sugo di pomodoro, è senza zucchero aggiunto? Potrei averne una minima quantità?
No breadcrumbs in the stuffing, please. If a tomato sauce is used, is it unsweetened, and could I have a minimal amount?
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in stuffing, hidden sugar in tomato sauce (if used), natural carbs from zucchini.
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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