Çoban Salata (Shepherd's Salad with Olive Oil and Lemon)
Shepherd's Salad with Olive Oil and Lemon Dressing
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugary dressings are used (typically not the case for traditional Çoban Salata). About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A refreshing salad made from finely diced tomatoes, cucumbers, green bell peppers, and red onion, generously seasoned with fresh parsley and dressed with olive oil and fresh lemon juice.
Key ingredients
Tomatoes, cucumbers, green bell peppers, red onion, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugary dressings are used (typically not the case for traditional Çoban Salata). Request extra olive oil. While low-carb, be mindful of portion size due to the natural sugars in tomatoes and onions.
Watch out for
Large restaurant portions can accumulate significant carbs from tomatoes and onions. Hidden sugar in less authentic 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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