Jibneh Ma'a Zeitoun
Palestinian Cheese & Olive Platter
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Palestinian dishes.
What it is
A classic mezze featuring a selection of local brined cheeses (like Nabulsi or similar to Feta), served alongside a generous assortment of high-quality olives, typically drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.
Key ingredients
Assorted brined white cheeses (e.g., Nabulsi, Feta), mixed olives (e.g., Kalamata, green), extra virgin olive oil, fresh mint (garnish).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no bread or high-carb crackers are served with the platter. Request additional olive oil if desired.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
جبنة وزيتون لو سمحت، تأكد أنه بدون خبز أو بسكويت عالي الكربوهيدرات. ممكن زيت زيتون إضافي؟
Jibneh Ma'a Zeitoun, please ensure no bread or high-carb crackers. Can I have extra olive oil?
Watch out for
None significant, as it's naturally low-carb. Small trace carbs from cheese or olives.
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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