Persejo (Nicaraguan Egg and Parsley Salad)
Nicaraguan Egg and Parsley Salad
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
A refreshing and protein-rich salad featuring finely chopped fresh parsley, hard-boiled eggs, onions, and bell peppers, often dressed simply with olive oil and vinegar. It's a naturally low-carb and satisfying side or light meal.
Key ingredients
Hard-boiled eggs, fresh parsley, red onion, bell pepper (red or green), olive oil, white vinegar, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no added sugar in the dressing. Ensure no high-carb additions like potato or corn, which are not traditional but could be added.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Persejo, por favor, ¿me confirma que no lleva azúcar en el aliño ni papas ni maíz?
Persejo: Confirm no added sugar in the dressing, and no potato or corn, please.
Watch out for
Added sugar in the dressing. Cross-contamination with high-carb ingredients if prepared on a shared surface.
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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