Keto Caprese Bites for Valentine’s Day
These Keto Caprese Bites are a quick and easy low-carb appetizer perfect for Valentine’s Day, parties, or a light snack. Fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil come together on toothpicks, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze for a simple but flavorful dish. Ready in just 10 minutes, no cooking needed!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 10 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian, Keto, low carb
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cherry tomatoes
- 10 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional but recommended)
- Salt & pepper to taste
(Optional extras: red pepper flakes, crushed garlic, prosciutto for extra flavor.)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients – Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes and basil. Drain and pat dry the mozzarella balls.
- Assemble – Take a toothpick and stack a cherry tomato, basil leaf, and mozzarella ball. Repeat for all bites.
- Drizzle – In a small bowl, mix olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the bites.
- Serve fresh – Arrange on a plate and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- If making ahead, store without the drizzle and add it just before serving.
- For extra protein, wrap mozzarella in prosciutto before assembling.
- Swap cherry tomatoes with cucumber slices for an even lower-carb option.
Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 80 Sugar: 1g Sodium: 80mg Fat: 6g Saturated Fat: 3g Unsaturated Fat: 3g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 2g Fiber: 0.5g Protein: 4g Cholesterol: 10mg
Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-caprese-bites/