Ensalada de Gallina Desmenuzada (Keto)
Shredded Chicken Salad (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Paraguayan dishes.
What it is
A refreshing and protein-rich salad featuring tender shredded chicken, mixed with fresh low-carb vegetables like lettuce, a small amount of tomato and onion, and avocado, dressed with a simple oil and vinegar vinaigrette.
Key ingredients
Cooked shredded chicken breast, lettuce, tomato (small amount), avocado, onion (small amount), bell peppers, olive oil, white vinegar, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm the dressing is sugar-free (oil & vinegar based is usually safe). Ensure no corn, peas, or other high-carb fillers or starchy vegetables are included in the salad mixture.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Ensalada de Gallina Desmenuzada, por favor, ¿el aderezo es sin azúcar? Y que no lleve maíz, guisantes ni verduras con almidón.
For the Ensalada de Gallina Desmenuzada, please confirm the dressing is sugar-free and that it contains no corn, peas, or starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Sugary dressings, especially creamy ones. Too much tomato or onion in very large portions. Inclusion of corn or other starchy vegetables, which can sometimes appear in 'mixed salads'.
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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