Description
Memorial Day Caprese Stuffed Avocados are a refreshing summer dish that combines creamy avocados with juicy tomatoes and mozzarella for a delightful bite. Perfect for gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice each avocado in half lengthwise and remove the pit. Scoop out a bit of flesh if necessary to create room for stuffing.
- In a bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Generously spoon the tomato and mozzarella mixture into each avocado half until filled.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the stuffed avocados for added flavor.
- Serve immediately on a platter or individual plates.
Notes
- To add crunch, consider mixing in diced cucumbers.
- Swap mozzarella for feta cheese if desired.
- To prevent browning, a squeeze of lemon juice can help keep the avocado fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg