Description
These Caprese Stuffed Avocados are a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad, combining creamy avocados with the fresh flavors of tomato, basil, and mozzarella. Drizzled with a sweet balsamic glaze, this dish is perfect as a light and refreshing appetizer or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Balsamic Glaze:
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Caprese Mixture:
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (more for garnish)
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella pearls
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Avocados:
- 2 avocados, large
Instructions
- Make brown sugar balsamic glaze
In a small saucepan, set over medium heat, combine balsamic vinegar and brown sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves, then simmer for 6-8 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Make the caprese
Cut cherry tomatoes in half. In a bowl, mix tomatoes, basil, and Mozzarella pearls with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cut and fill avocados
Halve avocados, remove pits, and fill holes with caprese mixture.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze
Top avocados with balsamic glaze. Add salt, pepper, and fresh basil for garnish.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For a flavor boost, you can roast the cherry tomatoes before adding them to the caprese mixture.
- Choose ripe avocados for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of balsamic glaze to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing, Drizzling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Caprese Stuffed Avocados, Avocado Recipe, Caprese Salad, Appetizer, Healthy Snack
