Published:
Oct 27th 2022
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Last updated: Dec 21st 2024
Summer is perfect for firing up the grill and grilling your favorite protein. But classic summer salads like macaroni and potato salad are packed with carbs - a problem if you're watching your carbs. So this Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes is here to the rescue. It's made with low-carb ingredients like cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil leaves. And it's drizzled with an easy homemade balsamic vinaigrette. So you get to eat your cake, ahem, salad and have it too.
And it takes just 10 minutes to make this salad. First, mix cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil leaves. Next, prepare your balsamic vinaigrette by combining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Then drizzle your salad with the vinaigrette.
How do you cut cherry tomatoes for salad?
To cut the cherry tomatoes for the salad, place the cherry tomatoes on a cutting board. Remove the stems, then cut your cherry tomatoes into halves.
What the difference between a grape tomato and a cherry tomato?
A grape tomato is oval, just like a grape. But, on the other hand, a cherry tomato is round, just like a cherry.
What should I serve with caprese salad?
Caprese salad pairs well with crusty bread or garlic bread. Add grilled chicken or eggs to make it more satisfying to make a meal.
How many carbs in a caprese tomato salad?
There are 8 grams of net carbs in a Caprese tomato salad.
Time & Serves
Ingredients
2 cups Cherry Tomatoes, halved
4 ounces Mozzarella Pearls (~ 3/4 cup)
1/2 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, torn into pieces
1/4 cup Olive Oil
2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
1 clove Garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
To a medium bowl, add cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls and fresh basil.
To a small bowl, add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Portion salad in salad bowls. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette.
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