Avocado Caprese Salad
A fresh twist on the classic Italian Caprese salad featuring creamy avocado slices paired with ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze for a vibrant and flavorful appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Arrange the avocado slices evenly on a serving plate.
- Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls over the avocado.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves throughout the salad for aroma and color.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze evenly over the salad.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving for a refreshing taste.
Notes
For added texture, sprinkle toasted pine nuts or walnuts over the salad just before serving.
Find it online: https://auntyspices.com/avocado-caprese-salad/