Zaalouk (Keto-Friendly)
Warm Eggplant & Tomato Salad (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Moroccan cooked salad or dip made with tender roasted or simmered eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, fresh cilantro, parsley, generous olive oil, and spices like cumin and paprika. Served warm as a delicious side dish.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, parsley, cumin, paprika, olive oil, lemon juice, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar. Decline any bread served alongside, which is the traditional accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
زعلوك، لو سمحت بدون سكر مضاف. وبدون خبز.
For Zaalouk, please prepare without any added sugar. Serve without bread.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar sometimes added to tomato-based dishes in restaurants. Always served with bread for dipping.
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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