Memorial Day Caprese Stuffed Avocados
Memorial Day Caprese Stuffed Avocados are a refreshing summer appetizer featuring creamy avocados filled with juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and mozzarella, drizzled with balsamic glaze for an extra flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 halves) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Halve the tomatoes and leave the basil whole.
- Slice each avocado in half lengthwise and remove the pit. Scoop out some flesh to create space for stuffing.
- In a bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and chopped basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Generously fill each avocado half with the tomato-basil-mozzarella mixture.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over each stuffed avocado for added flavor.
- Serve immediately on a platter garnished with extra basil leaves if desired.
Notes
- For a twist, substitute mozzarella with burrata or add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days; enjoy cold to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg