Kousa bil Tahini (Roasted)
Roasted Zucchini with Tahini Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the tahini sauce is made without any added sugars. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
A flavorful vegetable side dish featuring slices of zucchini roasted until tender and slightly caramelized, then drizzled with a creamy, tangy tahini sauce made with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and water.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley (garnish).
How to make it keto
Ensure the tahini sauce is made without any added sugars. Watch portion sizes of tahini as it contains some carbs.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made tahini sauces (uncommon but possible), overconsumption of tahini can add up net carbs.
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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