Yeşil Fasulye (Keto Modified)
Green Beans in Olive Oil (Keto Style, no Carrots/Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request it without potatoes or carrots, which are often added to this dish. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Fresh green beans slow-cooked in abundant olive oil with ripe tomatoes and onions until tender. A classic Turkish 'zeytinyağlı' (olive oil dish) often enjoyed cold. For keto, it is prepared without traditional high-carb additions like potatoes or carrots.
Key ingredients
Fresh green beans, tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, water.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request it without potatoes or carrots, which are often added to this dish. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato base. Ask for it to be cooked with ample olive oil.
Watch out for
Traditionally contains potatoes and sometimes carrots, which are high-carb. Tomatoes and onions contribute carbohydrates, especially in large restaurant portions. Potential hidden sugar in the tomato base.
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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