Going keto for 2022? Here are 6 meals to eat at Charlotte restaurants.
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By this point of 2022, New Year’s resolutions are in full swing, with healthy eating being at the top of a lot of people’s lists. Have you decided to go keto? You’ll have a lot of company: In 2020, “keto” was the most googled food-related topic in the world.
The ketogenic diet prioritizes eating low-carb, moderate protein and high-fat foods in order to send the body to a state of burning fat rather than carbohydrates.
But, trying a new diet for the new year brings the age-old question: What about eating out?
We scoured Charlotte menus for the right foods so you don’t have to.
PRO TIPS: When eating out on the keto diet …
Avoid additional sauces that can often have hidden sugars.
Skip the bread.
Stick to protein, fats and healthy carbohydrates with plenty of fiber.
Don’t be afraid to get creative and modify the dish (if the restaurant permits).
Swap fries for green veggies.
Here are some healthy keto-friendly dishes from Charlotte restaurants to try out:
Abugida Cafe
Location: 3007 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205
Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood
Cuisine: Ethiopian
Dish to try: Doro Alecha, tender chicken leg cooked simmered in Ethiopian herbed butter, garlic, onion and curry spiced sauce with boiled egg.
Fin & Fino
Location: 135 Levine Avenue of the Arts #100, Charlotte, NC 28202
Neighborhood: Uptown
Cuisine: Seafood
Dish to try: For those who love a little extra spice, try the mussels, served with poblano peppers, andouille sausage and tomato-pickle broth. This broth has no added sugars — the sweetness comes from tomatoes, tarragon and tamarind, and then the sauce is finished in butter. To avoid added carbs, skip the bread.
Let’s Meat
Location: 1400 Church Street B, Charlotte, NC 28203
Neighborhood: South End
Cuisine: Korean barbecue
Dish to try: At this all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue restaurant, there is no shortage of protein-packed meat to try, from curry pork belly to spicy chicken. Just swap the side of rice for green veggies like zucchini or green leaf lettuce.
The Mad Greek of Charlotte
Location: 5011 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28217
Neighborhood: Madison Park
Cuisine: Greek
Dish to try: The Mad Greek Salad, made with lettuce, tomato, onion, cucumbers, feta, green pepper, olives and pepperoncini. For extra protein, consider adding grilled chicken. And hold the pita.
Mezeh Mediterranean Grill
Location: 340 E 16th St, Charlotte, NC 28206
Neighborhood: Optimist Hall
Location: 4920 Old Sardis Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211
Neighborhood: Strawberry Hill
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Dish to try: Build your own bowl with a green base such as spinach, kale or arugula. Then pack it with protein like chicken shawarma, chicken kebab or shredded lamb. Top it off with your choice of toppings.
The Roasting Company
Location: 1521 Montford Drive, Charlotte, NC 28209
Neighborhood: Montford
Location: 122 Oakland Ave, Rock Hill SC 29730
Neighborhood: Rock Hill
Cuisine: Rotisserie
Dish to try: Kale keto bowl, made with kale, arugula and mixed veggies, cotija cheese and Italian dressing (which has no sugar). For extra protein, add pulled chicken or pulled pork.
This story was originally published January 11, 2022 at 6:00 AM.
