Salatet Raheb
Monk's Salad (Grilled Eggplant Salad)
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring grilled or roasted eggplant, diced tomatoes, bell peppers (often colorful), red onion, and generous amounts of fresh parsley. It's dressed simply with olive oil and lemon juice, making it naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Eggplant (grilled/roasted), tomatoes, bell peppers (red, green, yellow), red onion, fresh parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no sugary dressings are used (unlikely for this traditional salad).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بالنسبة لسلطة الراهب، تأكد لو سمحت ما فيها صلصات سكرية.
For the Salatet Raheb, please confirm no sugary dressings are used.
Watch out for
Naturally occurring carbs from vegetables are manageable. Ensure no hidden sugars in dressing.
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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