Description

A fresh and vibrant Caprese Stuffed Avocado recipe combining creamy avocados with classic Caprese ingredients like fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil pesto, and a tangy balsamic reduction. Perfect as a quick, nutritious, and flavorful appetizer or light meal, ready in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Avocado Base

2 ripe avocados

Stuffing

1 cup salad greens, chopped
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons basil pesto
½ cup fresh mozzarella, diced

Garnish

2 tablespoons balsamic reduction
fresh basil leaves or black pepper (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare Avocados: Cut the avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pits. Using a spoon, scoop out a small portion of the flesh from each half to create enough space to hold the filling, being careful to keep the skin intact.
Chop Vegetables: Finely chop the salad greens and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces, ensuring even distribution throughout the stuffing.
Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped salad greens, tomatoes, diced fresh mozzarella, and basil pesto. Toss gently to blend all ingredients without mashing the delicate components.
Stuff Avocados: Spoon the mixture generously into the hollowed-out avocado halves, filling each cavity evenly to create a colorful and appetizing presentation.
Drizzle and Garnish: Drizzle each stuffed avocado half with balsamic reduction for a tangy sweetness. Optionally, garnish with fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of black pepper to enhance flavor and visual appeal.
Serve: Serve the Caprese stuffed avocados immediately to enjoy their fresh textures and flavors. Pair with crusty bread or garlic toast for added crunch and complementing texture.

Notes

Choose ripe but firm avocados to hold the stuffing well without collapsing.
The balsamic reduction adds a sweet acidity, but you can substitute with balsamic glaze or a drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar.
For a vegan version, replace fresh mozzarella with vegan cheese or omit entirely.
Serve immediately to prevent the avocados from browning; a squeeze of lemon juice can help slow oxidation if needed.
This recipe can easily be doubled for larger gatherings or tailored with additional herbs like oregano or thyme for variation.