Keto Zaalouk (Spiced Eggplant & Tomato Salad)
Smoky Spiced Eggplant & Tomato Salad (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful cooked salad or dip made from roasted or stewed eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, and traditional Moroccan spices like paprika and cumin. This version is modified to remove any added sugar and served with keto-friendly dippers instead of bread.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, cilantro, parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar. Ask for raw vegetable sticks (cucumber, bell pepper) or simply a spoon instead of bread for dipping.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للزعلوك، من فضلك بدون سكر إضافي. هل يمكنني الحصول على أعواد خضروات (خيار وفلفل) أو ملعقة للأكل بدلاً من الخبز؟
For the Keto Zaalouk, please no added sugar. Can I have raw vegetable sticks or a spoon for dipping, instead of bread?
Watch out for
Hidden sugar (often added to tomato-based dishes), traditionally 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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