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Caprese Stuffed Avocado

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 250
A fresh and flavorful appetizer featuring creamy avocados filled with a vibrant Caprese salad mixture, drizzled with balsamic glaze.

Ingredients

Produce

  • 0.5 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 oz baby mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
  • 2 tablespoons basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper (to season)
  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled, seeded, and halved
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze reduction (to drizzle)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

Instructions 

  • Combine tomatoes, mozzarella, pesto, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss to combine.
  • Arrange avocado halves on a plate with basil leaves.
  • Spoon the Caprese mixture into each avocado half and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Top with chopped basil.

Notes

Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian-American
Keyword: Avocado, Mozzarella, Tomato