Pimientos Rellenos de Queso (Sin Arroz ni Legumbres)
Cheese Stuffed Peppers (without Rice or Legumes)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the filling contains *only* cheese, herbs, and spices, with no rice, breadcrumbs, or legumes. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Bell peppers (typically red or green) generously stuffed with a rich blend of cheeses and baked until tender and bubbly.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, various cheeses (e.g., mozzarella, cheddar, cream cheese, provolone), garlic, onion, olive oil, herbs (oregano, parsley), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure the filling contains *only* cheese, herbs, and spices, with no rice, breadcrumbs, or legumes. Request no sugary tomato sauce topping. Ask for no carb-heavy sides.
Watch out for
Rice, breadcrumbs, or beans in the filling; sugary tomato sauce; carb-heavy traditional sides.
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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