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Caprese Stuffed Avocados

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Caprese Stuffed Avocados are a fresh, creamy twist on the classic Caprese salad. Juicy tomatoes, soft mozzarella, and fresh basil are tucked into ripe avocado halves, then finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a quick and elegant dish.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings (4 avocado halves)
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¾ cup fresh mozzarella pearls or diced mozzarella
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Slice avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop out a small amount of flesh if needed to create space for filling.
  2. In a bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper until combined.
  3. Spoon the Caprese mixture evenly into each avocado half.
  4. Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.

Notes

  • Add lemon juice for extra brightness and to slow browning.
  • Mix in chickpeas or white beans for added protein.
  • Use red pepper flakes for a slight kick.

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