Salatat Jarjir
Arugula Salad
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Lebanese dishes.
What it is
A refreshing and peppery salad featuring fresh arugula leaves, thinly sliced red onion, and typically dressed simply with a generous amount of lemon juice and olive oil, often seasoned with sumac.
Key ingredients
Arugula, red onion, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, sumac, salt, black pepper. (Small amount of tomato optional, but minimize for strict keto).
Optional tweaks
Request minimal or no tomato for strict keto. Ensure no croutons or other carb-heavy toppings. Verify the dressing is sugar-free.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لسلطة الجرجير، لو سمحتوا بدي قليل أو بدون بندورة. وبدون خبز محمص أو أي إضافات فيها كربوهيدرات. وهل الصلصة بدون سكر؟
For the Salatat Jarjir, minimal or no tomato. No croutons or carb toppings. Please confirm the dressing is sugar-free.
Watch out for
Sweetened salad dressings, addition of high-carb vegetables (e.g., corn, pomegranate seeds), presence of croutons.
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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