Caldo Verde (Keto-friendly com Couve-flor)
Portuguese Green Soup with Chouriço and Cauliflower (no potato)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes for thickening. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Portuguese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting and hearty Portuguese soup, featuring finely shredded collard greens (couve galega) and savory slices of chouriço sausage. This keto-friendly version replaces the traditional potato thickener with a small amount of pureed cauliflower, maintaining the creamy texture without the high carb count.
Key ingredients
Collard greens (couve galega), chouriço sausage (sliced), olive oil, garlic, onion (small amount), cauliflower, chicken/vegetable broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes for thickening. Specify that cauliflower puree (or similar low-carb thickener like turnip/celery root) should be used instead, or simply broth and greens. Ensure chouriço is high quality and low carb.
Watch out for
Onion content can add carbs. Potential for potato starch if not explicitly modified. Some chouriço brands can contain fillers/sugar.
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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