Keto Chilaquiles

Keto Chilaquiles is a low-carb twist on the traditional Mexican dish, utilizing crispy cheese chips instead of tortillas, topped with a rich and zesty salsa verde, avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. This flavorful dish packs a punch while keeping your carb count low, making it perfect for keto enthusiasts.

Keto Chilaquiles
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Mozzarella cheese - 200 grams
  • Cream cheese - 30 grams
  • Eggs - 2 large
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salsa verde - 100 grams
  • Avocado - 1 medium
  • Fresh cilantro - 10 grams
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. In a bowl, mix the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese until well combined.
  3. Spread the cheese mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in a thin layer, creating a rectangle or square shape.
  4. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  5. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before cutting into chips.
  6. In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the salsa verde, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper, then scramble them in the skillet until fully cooked.
  8. To serve, arrange the cheese chips on a plate, drizzle the warmed salsa verde over the top, add the scrambled eggs, and garnish with sliced avocado and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 8 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 200 mg
  • Total Fat: 35 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
  • High in healthy fats, supporting energy levels and satiety.

Tags

MexicanLow CarbPasta Dish