Salata Mechwiya
Grilled Vegetable Salad
Yes, with a tweak: no specific modifications are typically needed. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Libyan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A smoky and flavorful salad made from finely chopped roasted bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, and garlic, dressed generously with olive oil and spices. Often served with optional tuna or hard-boiled eggs.
Key ingredients
Roasted bell peppers, roasted tomatoes, roasted onions, roasted garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, caraway seeds, optional chili flakes, optional tuna or hard-boiled eggs.
How to make it keto
No specific modifications are typically needed. Ensure no bread or high-carb crackers are served alongside. Confirm dressing is olive oil and lemon-based, with no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للسلطة المشوية، لو سمحت بدون خبز أو مقرمشات. وتأكد لي تتبيلتها زيت زيتون وليمون فقط، وبدون سكر مضاف.
For the Salata Mechwiya, please ensure no bread or crackers are served. Confirm the dressing is olive oil and lemon-based, with no added sugar.
Watch out for
The natural sugars in large quantities of roasted tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers can add up. Generally low risk if not served with bread.
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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