If you’re looking to jazz up your salmon the entire family can get on board with, this recipe is for you – introducing Caprese Salmon!
This Caprese Salmon recipe, which I created for my fall cycle 1 meal plan called Harvest, is not only bursting with fresh flavors from the ripe cherry tomatoes and basil, but it’s also incredibly easy to make and perfect for popular low-carb lifestyles like the 17 Day Diet, the 17 Day Kickstart Diet, and Keto.
Keep scrolling to how to enjoy this bright, better-for-you meal on your low carb weight loss plan!
Why You’ll Love This Caprese Salmon
- Ready in 20 Minutes: Perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner that takes no time at all!
- Family-Friendly: A simple, delicious way to get everyone to eat their heart-healthy fats!
- Low-Carb & High-Protein + Filled with Healthy Fats: Packed with healthy fats, protein and fiber to keep you satiated.
- Meal Prep Star: Super easy to assemble for lunch the next day.
Ingredients for Caprese Salmon
This recipe is simple and uses only a few fresh, key ingredients:
- salmon fillets
- olive oil
- garlic powder
- cherry tomatoes
- fresh mozzarella (small pearls, diced, or shredded)
- fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
- Balsamic vinegar (or sugar free Balsamic glaze or homemade reduction) (optional)
Substitutes For Balsamic Vinegar in this Caprese Salmon
You really don’t have a caprese dish without Balsamic! However, I made this ingredient optional.
If you want to use a straight Balsamic Vinegar, that’s in the recipe as it’s easy to pour straight from the bottle.
However, you can also use a sugar-free Balsamic Glaze or make your own reduction by simmering balsamic vinegar in a small pot for 8 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently until you reach your desired thickness. The reduction will also thicken as it cools.
How to Make Caprese Salmon
It’s so easy to get a healthy, restaurant-quality dinner on the table fast!
- Pat fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter.
- In a bowl, gently toss cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, and salt.
- Spoon the Caprese mixture over the warm salmon fillets. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired.
Is This Caprese Salmon 17 Day Diet Friendly?
Yes! This Caprese Salmon is allowed on all cycles of the 17 Day Diet. The ingredients are all clean and approved.
If you decide to use a store-bought Balsamic glaze, make sure there’s no added sugar!
Not sure which foods are allowed when? Check out my 17 Day Diet Cycle 1 Food List for a full guide.
For meal plans and more, grab my book on Amazon: Fast Track Your Weight Loss With the 17 Day Diet
Is This Caprese Salmon 17 Day Kickstart Diet Friendly?
Absolutely! You can enjoy this dish starting in the 3-Day Scrub Phase of the 17 Day Kickstart Diet. It’s packed with lean protein, making it a perfect choice.
For a full food list breakdown, see my 17 Day Kickstart Diet Food List.
Is This Caprese Salmon Keto-Friendly?
Yes! This recipe is naturally low-carb and keto-friendly. Make sure you choose a no-sugar added Balsamic glaze if you go that route!
New to keto? Check out my Keto Diet Food List for a beginner-friendly guide.
What to Serve with Caprese Salmon
This dish is a complete meal on its own! But if you’d like to add a side, here are a few low-carb ideas:
- Pan-fried green beans with garlic
- Side Salad
- Basil pasta (if you’re not low carb)
More Low-Carb Salmon Recipes You’ll Love
If you enjoyed this salmon recipe, you’ll love these other easy, family-friendly recipes that include this heart-healthy fish:
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Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
For the Caprese Topping:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered depending on size (or keep whole if they’re small)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella (small pearls, diced, or shredded)
- 1⁄4 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
- Balsamic vinegar (or sugar-free Balsamic glaze or reduction) (optional)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Pat fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter.
- In a bowl, gently toss cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, and salt.
- Spoon the Caprese mixture over the warm salmon fillets. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired.
Notes
Approved for:
17 Day Diet – all cycles
17 Day Kickstart Diet – all phases
Keto Diet
Homemade Balsamic Reduction:
1. Add Balsamic Vinegar to a small pot and simmer for 8-12 mintues, stirring frequently until you reach your desired consistency.
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