Navigating a Low-Nickel Diet at Greek Tavernas with mm food

Dining at a Greek taverna with a low-nickel diet can feel like navigating a culinary minefield. Nickel lurks in unexpected places—legumes, nuts, seeds, and even beloved ingredients like canned tomatoes. Traditional Greek menus feature dishes rich in chickpeas, lentils, whole grains, and tahini (a sesame seed paste), which are notoriously high in nickel. But with mm food's revolutionary AI technology, you can savor authentic Greek flavors without compromise.

Why Greek Cuisine Poses Challenges

Greek cooking leans heavily on nickel-rich staples:

• Legume-based dishes: Fava, revithada (chickpea stew), and fasolada (bean soup)
• Sauces & dips: Tzatziki (cucumber yogurt dip) is safe, but hummus (chickpea-based) and tahini-heavy spreads are risky
• Seafood & grains: Anchovies, shellfish, and whole-wheat pita may trigger reactions

Safe Greek Dishes for Low-Nickel Diets

Prioritize these naturally low-nickel options:

1. Grilled meats: Souvlaki or paidakia (lamb chops)
2. Fresh fish: Opt for locally caught options (avoid canned or shellfish)
3. Dairy: Feta cheese, Greek yogurt, manouri cheese
4. Veggies: Horta (boiled greens), kolokithakia (fried zucchini)

How mm food Simplifies Your Experience

1. Scan & Translate: Point your phone at untranslated menus for instant Greek-to-English conversion
2. Allergy Shield: Activate "low-nickel mode" in the app to analyze dishes—our AI flags hidden nickel risks in sauces, broths, and even olive types
3. Customize Alerts: Add personal triggers like "cashews" or "buckwheat" beyond preset filters

Pro Tips for Tavernas

• Request dressings/sauces on the side
• Choose lemon juice over vinegar-based marinades
• Confirm cooking methods—steamed vegetables beat canned ingredients

Embrace the spirit of Greek hospitality without hesitation. With mm food, your next taverna visit becomes a joyous exploration of safe, flavorful Olympian feasts. Opa!