Couves Salteadas com Alho e Azeite
Sautéed Cabbage with Garlic and Olive Oil
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A simple yet delicious and ubiquitous Portuguese side dish. Tender green cabbage (often collard greens or 'couves') is lightly sautéed with fragrant garlic and generous amounts of high-quality olive oil until perfectly tender-crisp. An excellent naturally low-carb accompaniment to any grilled meat or fish.
Key ingredients
Green cabbage (couves), garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no potatoes or other starches are added, and no sugar is used in preparation.
Watch out for
None typically, but ensure no sugar is added to enhance flavor (uncommon for this dish but always a restaurant risk).
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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