Chayotes Salteados con Mantequilla y Cilantro
Sautéed Chayote Squash with Butter and Cilantro
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
Tender chayote squash sautéed until soft, flavored simply with generous butter, fresh cilantro, and a hint of garlic. A delicious, naturally low-carb, and refreshing vegetable side dish.
Key ingredients
Chayote squash, butter, fresh cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper. Prepared with ample cooking fat.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no added sugar, flour, or other starches. Ensure pure butter or olive oil is used for sautéing, not vegetable oil blends.
Watch out for
Cross-contamination with high-carb dishes if sautéed on a shared griddle; possibility of vegetable oil blends instead of pure butter/olive oil; hidden sugar in some seasoning blends.
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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