Sabanegh bil Zeit
Spinach with Olive Oil and Garlic
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
Fresh spinach leaves sautéed until tender with abundant olive oil, garlic, and seasoned with lemon juice. A simple, naturally low-carb and nutritious vegetarian side dish.
Key ingredients
Fresh spinach, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no rice, chickpeas, or other high-carb ingredients are added (sometimes they are for bulk or to extend the dish).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سبانخ بزيت لو سمحت، تأكدوا من عدم إضافة رز، حمص، أو أي مكونات عالية الكربوهيدرات.
For the Sabanegh bil Zeit, please ensure no rice, chickpeas, or other high-carb ingredients are added.
Watch out for
Hidden chickpeas or rice, excessive tomato paste with sugar, using a high-carb cooking oil.
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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