Queijo Português (sem marmelada)
Portuguese Cheese Selection (No Quince Paste)
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread, crackers, or marmelada (quince paste). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
A selection of traditional Portuguese cheeses, often served as an appetizer or dessert. Varieties can range from soft, creamy Azeitão to firm, aged Serra da Estrela or São Jorge. Served without bread, crackers, or quince paste.
Key ingredients
Assorted Portuguese cheeses (e.g., Queijo da Serra, Queijo de Azeitão, Queijo São Jorge).
How to make it keto
Request no bread, crackers, or marmelada (quince paste).
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Para os Queijos Portugueses, por favor, sirva sem marmelada, compotas ou tostas.
For the Queijos Portugueses, please serve without marmelada, fruit preserves, or crackers.
Watch out for
Some processed cheeses can contain stabilizers or sugars (unlikely in authentic Portuguese cheeses). Ensure no hidden sugars in the serving.
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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