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Caprese Stuffed Avocado

Caprese Stuffed Avocado

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:

  1. 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.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and chopped basil.
  3. Gently toss the tomato mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Spoon the tomato and mozzarella mixture into the hollowed-out avocados, dividing it evenly among the four halves.
  5. Drizzle each stuffed avocado with balsamic glaze.
  6. 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,

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