Caprese Stuffed Avocado
A delightful dish combining ripe avocados with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze for a refreshing light meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
Avocado Base
- 2 pieces ripe avocados, halved and pitted Choose avocados that are perfectly ripe.
Stuffing
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Use sweet, ripe tomatoes.
- 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved or torn Substitute with feta cheese for a tangier flavor.
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped Fresh basil enhances the flavor.
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze A drizzle of balsamic vinegar can be used as a substitute.
- to taste Salt and pepper Season to your liking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Carefully slice the avocados in half and gently remove the pit.
- Scoop out a small amount of the avocado flesh to create enough room for the stuffing. Set the removed flesh aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, and chopped basil.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to enhance the flavors, and toss until well combined.
- Spoon the Caprese mixture generously into the hollowed-out avocado halves.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Serving
- Serve immediately and enjoy your creation!
Notes
For extra crunch, add toasted pine nuts or walnuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.