Description
This Avocado Caprese Salad is a fresh twist on the classic Italian salad, combining creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, all drizzled with balsamic reduction for a simple yet flavorful dish.
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze or reduction
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Arrange the sliced tomatoes, avocados, and mozzarella on a serving platter, alternating pieces for a visually appealing presentation.
- Sprinkle fresh basil leaves evenly over the salad.
- Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic glaze over the top of the salad.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, or chill for up to an hour before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocados for the best texture.
- Homemade or store-bought balsamic reduction works great.
- Serve as a side dish or light main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of salad
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
