Keto Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken : one of the must try keto recipes for Mother's Day
30 min
4
Easy
350kcal

Elevate your Mother’s Day lunch with a refreshing and satisfying Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken breast. This dish layers the classic flavours of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil with the added protein of chicken to make it a complete meal. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic reduction, it’s a keto-friendly salad that brings elegance and taste to your celebration, honouring the remarkable woman in your life with a meal as delightful as she is.

Elevate your Mother’s Day lunch with a refreshing and satisfying Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken breast. This dish layers the classic flavours of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil with the added protein of chicken to make it a complete meal. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic reduction, it’s a keto-friendly salad that brings elegance and taste to your celebration, honouring the remarkable woman in your life with a meal as delightful as she is.

James

James at Ketology

Last updated 24 Mar 2026

Ingredients

Servings:
4
Units:
For the Grilled Chicken
4 chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
2tbsp olive oil
1tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Salad
4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
8oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
Fresh basil leaves
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Balsamic Reduction
120ml balsamic vinegar
1tbsp keto-friendly sweetener (optional)

Recipe

  1. 1

    Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

  2. 2

    Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly.

  3. 3

    Bring the balsamic vinegar (and sweetener, if using) to a boil in a small saucepan, then reduce heat to low. Simmer until the vinegar thickens and reduces to half its original volume, creating a syrup-like consistency. Let it cool..

  4. 4

    On a large platter, layer slices of tomato, mozzarella, and basil leaves. Add slices of grilled chicken on top. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Just before serving, drizzle the balsamic reduction over the salad.

  6. 6

    Present the Keto Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken as a vibrant and flavorful centerpiece for your Mother's Day lunch. It's a dish that combines health with luxury, perfect for a day of celebration.

  7. 7

    Share this delightful salad with your mom and loved ones, offering a meal that's as nourishing as it is delicious, symbolizing your appreciation and love on this special day.

Macros

350 Kcal

Chef's Tips & Variations

Cherish this Mother’s Day with a meal that speaks to the heart. Our Keto Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken is a testament to simple ingredients coming together to create something extraordinary, much like a mother’s love. Here’s to a lunch filled with conversation, laughter, and shared joy around the table.

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