Kousa bil Zayt (Keto Modified)
Zucchini in Olive Oil (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice, bulgur, or potato is added. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A light and refreshing vegetarian mezze featuring tender zucchini rounds slow-cooked in olive oil with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and mint. Prepared without rice or bulgur to maintain keto guidelines.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, olive oil, fresh tomatoes, garlic, fresh mint, salt, black pepper. Optionally a small amount of onion.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice, bulgur, or potato is added. Request limited use of tomatoes to control carb count. No added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كوسا بالزيت، من فضلك بدون أرز، برغل، أو بطاطا. قلل من استخدام الطماطم، ولا سكر مضاف.
For Kousa bil Zayt, please no rice, bulgur, or potato. Limited tomatoes and no added sugar.
Watch out for
Tomatoes and onions contribute to total carbs; large portions of tomatoes can increase carb count.
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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