Cuajada a la Plancha con Vegetales Asados
Grilled Fresh Cheese with Roasted Vegetables (Pan-Seared Cuajada with Bell Peppers, Onions, and Zucchini)
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
Thick slices of fresh Nicaraguan cuajada (a firm, unsalted fresh cheese similar to farmer's cheese) pan-seared or grilled until golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside, soft within. Served alongside a colorful medley of roasted bell peppers, onions, and zucchini.
Key ingredients
Cuajada (fresh cheese), olive oil, bell peppers, onion, zucchini, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading (like flour or cornmeal) is used on the cheese. Confirm vegetables are roasted or grilled without sugary marinades or high-carb glazes.
Watch out for
Breaded cheese, sugary marinades on vegetables, excessive onions (can accumulate carbs).
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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