Description
Avocado Caprese Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic basil. This colorful salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light lunch, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. With its simple preparation and delightful presentation, itβs sure to impress guests while allowing you to spend more time enjoying the sunshine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados (about 400g)
- 2 medium vine-ripened tomatoes (about 300g)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (about 20g)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (45ml)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (30ml)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the tomatoes and basil thoroughly. Slice the tomatoes into thick rounds.
- Halve the avocados, remove the pits, scoop out the flesh, and slice.
- On a serving platter, alternate layers of tomato slices and avocado slices. Tuck fresh basil leaves between them.
- Drizzle olive oil generously over the salad.
- Sprinkle balsamic vinegar on top.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using heirloom tomatoes or adding a sprinkle of chili flakes. - To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days without dressing.