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Caprese Stuffed Avocados

Memorial Day Caprese Stuffed Avocados

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Memorial Day Caprese Stuffed Avocados offer a burst of freshness and flavor, featuring creamy avocados filled with juicy tomatoes and aromatic basil for a delightful summer appetizer.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (2 halves per serving) 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut the avocados in half and carefully remove the pits. Scoop out a small amount of flesh to create room for stuffing.
  2. In a bowl, combine diced cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Generously fill each avocado half with the tomato-basil mixture.
  4. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the stuffed avocados.
  5. Serve immediately on a platter and enjoy!

Notes

  •  For an added twist, substitute feta cheese for mozzarella or mix in some black beans for protein.
  •  To keep avocados from browning before serving, sprinkle lemon juice on exposed flesh.
  • Author: Sophie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half (100g)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg