Description
Caprese Stuffed Avocados with Sweet Balsamic Glaze are a delightful twist on a classic dish, combining creamy avocados with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and a sweet balsamic reduction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit.
- In a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Fill the avocado halves with the tomato mixture.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Place the stuffed avocados on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute mozzarella with a dairy-free cheese alternative.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg