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classic keto Caprese Salad on a black plate
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5 from 5 votes

Classic Keto Caprese Salad

This keto Caprese salad keeps the classic combination simple with thick tomato and fresh mozzarella slices, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. It takes about 10 minutes and works as an appetizer, side dish, or light lunch.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Keto Lunches, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: easy keto salad, keto caprese salad, keto Italian salad, low-carb Caprese salad, tomato mozzarella salad
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 425kcal
Author: Chef Jenn

Ingredients

  • 3/4 pound beefsteak tomatoes 2-3 tomatoes
  • 1 pound fresh mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  • Slice the tomatoes into thick 1/2-inch slices.
  • Slice the mozzarella into 1/2-inch slices.
  • Layer the tomato, mozzarella, and basil leaves in a pretty dish.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar and enjoy!

Notes

Recipe Card Tips

  • Keep the tomatoes at room temperature before making the salad rather than chilling them first.
  • For a different presentation, use yellow or heirloom tomatoes along with red tomatoes.
  • Add a small pinch of red pepper flakes if you want a little heat without changing the rest of the salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 2slices of each | Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 717mg | Potassium: 301mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1554IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 586mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 6g