Ensalada de Pulpo
Octopus Salad (Keto Modified, no potato/yuca)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes (papas) or yuca are added, as these are common in some versions. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender cooked octopus marinated in olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, with bell peppers, onions, and cilantro, served without starchy additions like potatoes or yuca.
Key ingredients
Octopus, olive oil, lime juice, white vinegar, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no potatoes (papas) or yuca are added, as these are common in some versions. Ask for extra olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Ensalada de Pulpo, por favor, sin papas ni yuca. Y aceite de oliva extra, gracias.
For the Ensalada de Pulpo, please, no potatoes or yuca. And extra olive oil, thank you.
Watch out for
Risk of restaurant adding potatoes or starchy vegetables. Check for sugary dressings.
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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