Taktouka (Keto Bell Pepper & Tomato Salad)
Cooked Bell Pepper and Tomato Salad (Keto-style)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no added sugar. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and savory cooked salad featuring roasted or sautéed bell peppers (often red and green), tomatoes, and garlic, simmered with spices and ample Moroccan olive oil until tender and flavorful. Prepared without added sugar and served as a keto-friendly side.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers (red, green), ripe tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, fresh cilantro, fresh parsley.
How to make it keto
Confirm no added sugar. Request no bread (khobz) for dipping.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بالنسبة للطقطوقة، ممكن تتأكد ما فيها سكر مضاف؟ وبدون خبز للغمس لو سمحت.
For the Taktouka, please confirm no added sugar. And no bread (khobz) for dipping, thank you.
Watch out for
Typically served with large quantities of bread. Similar to Zaalouk, there's a slight risk of added sugar in some preparations for balance, though usually not traditional.
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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