Ahtapot Salatası
Octopus Salad (Cold Mezze)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
A refreshing cold appetizer popular in coastal regions, featuring tender boiled or grilled octopus, chopped and mixed with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, fresh herbs (like parsley or dill), and often bell peppers. This dish is inherently keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Cooked octopus, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, dill, red onion (minimal), bell peppers (minimal), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Generally none, but confirm no added sugar in dressing or high-carb fillers. Ensure no croutons are added.
Watch out for
Sugar in some restaurant dressings; excess onion/bell pepper 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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