Fresh Caprese Stuffed Avocados Recipe Easy Healthy Balsamic Drizzle
A quick and easy fresh Caprese stuffed avocado recipe featuring ripe avocados filled with tomato, basil, mozzarella, and topped with a sweet balsamic reduction. Perfect for a light lunch, appetizer, or healthy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- About 10 fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 cup mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the balsamic reduction: Pour 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and reduces by about half to a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Prep the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and torn basil leaves. Add minced garlic if using. Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over the mixture. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Prepare the avocados: Slice avocados in half lengthwise and remove pits. Using a spoon, scoop out a little flesh from the center of each half to create a cavity for stuffing, keeping the halves sturdy.
- Assemble: Spoon the tomato-mozzarella-basil mixture generously into each avocado half. Let some olive oil from the mix drip over the edges.
- Drizzle and serve: Drizzle the cooled balsamic reduction over the stuffed avocados. Serve immediately.
Notes
Choose ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure but are not mushy. Reduce balsamic vinegar carefully to avoid burning. Drain mozzarella balls well to prevent watery filling. Serve immediately to avoid avocado browning or brush avocado flesh with lemon juice if holding before serving. Variations include adding protein like shrimp or chicken, vegan cheese substitutes, or spicy jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado ha
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 6
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