Kabak Bayıldı (Pirinçsiz)
Stuffed Zucchini in Olive Oil (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice or bread is served alongside. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vegetarian dish similar to İmambayıldı, but using zucchini instead of eggplant. Zucchini halves are hollowed out, filled with a mixture of sautéed onions, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, then baked in olive oil. Often served as a cold appetizer. Naturally keto if served without bread or rice.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, olive oil, onions, tomatoes, garlic, parsley, mint, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice or bread is served alongside. Request extra virgin olive oil if possible.
Watch out for
Onions and tomatoes contribute to carb count; ensure no hidden sugars in tomato sauce or any sweetening agents are added during cooking.
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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