Insalata Maltija (mingħajr Patata/Ħobż)
Maltese Salad (without Potatoes/Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly request no potatoes or bread/croutons. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
A fresh and flavorful Maltese salad featuring mixed greens, ripe tomatoes, cucumber, olives, capers, and often broad beans, dressed simply with olive oil and vinegar. This keto version explicitly omits traditional additions like potatoes or crusty Maltese bread (ħobż).
Key ingredients
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, capers, broad beans (in season, in moderation), red onion, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Strictly request no potatoes or bread/croutons. Confirm dressing does not contain sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Insalata Maltija, strettament mingħajr patata jew ħobż/croutons. Jekk jogħġbok ikkonferma li d-dressing ma fihx zokkor.
For the Insalata Maltija, strictly no potatoes or bread/croutons. Please confirm the dressing does not contain sugar.
Watch out for
Potatoes (very common addition), bread/croutons, sugary dressing, large quantities of broad beans.
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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