The Ultimate Keto Taktouka

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  • prep time

    prep time

    15 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    35 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    50 min

The Ultimate Keto Taktouka

Most Moroccan Keto recipes are healthy, easy to prepare, and taste fantastic. A traditional taktouka is a typical Moroccan salad prepared with vegetables, herbs, spices, and olive oil. This amazing Keto-friendly version of taktouka is an excellent dish that will pair perfectly with your favorite Keto meals. Depending on your taste, this salad can be served warm or cold. You can also add a few drops of lemon juice or even some sour cream before serving.

Are nightshade vegetables Keto-friendly?

Vegetables such as tomatoes and peppers are Keto-friendly when consumed in moderate amounts. This Keto taktouka recipe has only 5 grams of net carbs per serving and will keep you within your daily carb limit.

What other herbs and spices can I use?

Fresh cilantro or thyme would be perfect for this salad. You can also add a pinch of ground coriander seeds.

  • Net Carbs

    4.9 g

  • Fiber

    2.4 g

  • Total Carbs

    7.4 g

  • Protein

    1.6 g

  • Fats

    10.6 g

124 cals

The Ultimate Keto Taktouka

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Ingredients

  • green pepper

    green pepper

    2 medium - 2 1/2" diameter x 2 3/4"

  • Cherry Tomatoes

    Cherry Tomatoes

    2 cup

  • Fresh Parsley (for flavoring only)

    Fresh Parsley (for flavoring only)

    0.5 cup

  • Garlic

    Garlic

    2 clove

  • Salt

    Salt

    0.5 tsp

  • Black pepper

    Black pepper

    0.25 tsp

  • Paprika

    Paprika

    1 tsp

  • Cumin, ground

    Cumin, ground

    1 tsp

  • Cayenne

    Cayenne

    0.25 tsp

  • Extra virgin olive oil

    Extra virgin olive oil

    3 tbsp

Recipe Steps

steps 4

50 min

  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Cut the peppers in half, lengthwise, and remove the core. Place on the prepared baking tray. Drizzle one tablespoon of olive oil over the peppers and roast for 15 minutes.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Roughly chop the cherry tomatoes and parsley. Slice the garlic. Add the remaining olive oil to a large pan and heat over medium-high heat. Add the roasted peppers, cherry tomatoes, parsley, garlic, salt pepper, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Cover with the lid and cook for 15 minutes. Remove the lid and reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue to cook for another 5-6 minutes.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    When done, remove from the heat and transfer to serving plates. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley. This is a great side to your favorite Keto meals.
    Step 4