Description
Avocado Caprese Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that beautifully combines creamy avocados, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella. Enhanced by aromatic basil and a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze, this salad is perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning—making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, placing them in a bowl.
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and slice into wedges.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and mozzarella balls. Gently toss together.
- Tear basil leaves by hand and sprinkle over the mixture.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the salad before serving.
- Serve immediately on plates or a platter and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor variation, substitute mozzarella with burrata or feta cheese. Consider adding roasted bell peppers or olives for extra taste. To prevent browning, slice avocados just before serving.