Keto Tomato and Caper Side Salad

This quick and easy Keto salad makes a delicious side dish, perfect for serving alongside your summer mains. Our simple low carb salad is prepared with beefsteak tomato, cherry tomatoes, sweet red onion, salty capers, olive oil, and aromatic fresh basil. This makes a delicious Mediterranean-inspired side.

Are Tomatoes Keto?

Tomatoes are a member of the nightshade family, along with eggplants, bell peppers, potatoes, and pepper-based spices. Although tomatoes are at the higher end of the low carb vegetable scale, they can still be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced Keto diet. This recipe calls for one beefsteak tomato and 4 cherry tomatoes to add a variety of flavor and sweetness. The salad is designed as a refreshing side dish and will serve four people.

Serving Suggestions

This simple low carb side is inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean. The dish would be perfect paired with a Mediterranean-inspired main and works well with chicken, pork, or fish. This would also be a quick and easy side for the BBQ table, perfect served with kebabs and grilled proteins.