Pimientos Asados
Grilled Bell Peppers
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
Colorful strips or slices of bell peppers (commonly red, green, and yellow) grilled until tender and lightly charred, seasoned with salt. A vibrant and nutritious low-carb vegetable side, often found as part of a parrillada or as a fajita accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers (red, green, yellow), olive oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary marinades or high-carb glazes. Request simply grilled with oil and salt.
Watch out for
Sweet glazes or marinades with sugar, cross-contamination with high-carb items on the grill.
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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