Caprese Stuffed Avocado is a delightful and healthy dish that combines the flavors of a classic Caprese salad with the creamy richness of avocado. It’s a low-carb and keto-friendly recipe that makes for a satisfying appetizer or a light lunch option. The combination of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, basil, and balsamic glaze is beautifully complemented by the buttery texture of ripe avocados. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Recipe: Caprese Stuffed Avocado
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cut the avocados in half lengthwise, and remove the pits. Scoop out a small portion of the avocado flesh to create a hollow space for the filling.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and chopped basil.
- Gently toss the tomato mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon the tomato and mozzarella mixture into the hollowed-out avocados, dividing it evenly among the four halves.
- Drizzle each stuffed avocado with balsamic glaze.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts: Here are the approximate nutrition facts per serving for Caprese Stuffed Avocado:
- Serving size: 1 stuffed avocado half
- Calories: 249
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 22mg
- Sodium: 127mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 11g
- Dietary Fiber: 7g
- Total Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 10g
Servings: This recipe makes 4 servings,
