Keto Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
This refreshing Keto Tomato and Mozzarella Salad is a vibrant, low-carb twist on a classic Caprese salad, perfect for quick lunches or as a flavorful side dish. With juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), fragrant basil leaves, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this 10-minute, no-cook recipe combines simplicity and bold flavors. Optional keto-friendly balsamic vinegar adds a tangy depth, while a sprinkle of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper ties it all together. Ideal for keto enthusiasts or anyone looking for a light, satisfying dish, this salad is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients you can enjoy any time of the year.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 200 grams fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional, keto-friendly)
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and place them in a salad bowl.
Drain the fresh mozzarella balls and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and scatter them over the tomatoes and mozzarella.
Drizzle the olive oil over the salad. If you're using balsamic vinegar, drizzle it lightly as well.
Season the salad with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients evenly, making sure not to mash the tomatoes or mozzarella.
Serve immediately as a side dish or a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
785 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.2 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 1533 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 751 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 650 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
