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Spicy Tomato and Walnut Dip (no added molasses)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no pomegranate molasses (nar ekşisi) or a minimal amount. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and flavorful Turkish meze made from finely chopped fresh tomatoes, green peppers, onions, and parsley, blended with ground walnuts for texture and richness. It is seasoned with generous olive oil, lemon juice, and chili flakes. For a keto version, the traditional addition of pomegranate molasses (nar ekşisi) is minimized or completely omitted due to its high sugar content.
Key ingredients
Tomatoes, green peppers, red onion, parsley, walnuts, olive oil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no pomegranate molasses (nar ekşisi) or a minimal amount. Confirm no added sugar.
Watch out for
Pomegranate molasses (nar ekşisi) is a common ingredient and is high in sugar. Hidden sugars in pre-made versions.
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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