Avocado Caprese Salad
by Amber Gray //
June 1, 2019 
The traditional Caprese salad of tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil gets an upgrade with the addition of avocado and a balsamic glaze.
This salad can be prepped ahead of time, just leave out the avocado and balsamic glaze until ready to serve. Perfect for a family cookout or to pair alongside your favorite grilled chicken.
Nutrition Tip: Yes, avocados contain fat–a good kind called monounsaturated that’s healthy for the heart. They also boast phytosterols, natural plant chemicals that help lower cholesterol.
Avocado Caprese Salad
The traditional Caprese salad of tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil gets an upgrade with the addition of avocado and a balsamic glaze.
Yield:
6 servings
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Total Time:
10 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 ounces fresh mini mozzarella balls
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Mix cheese, tomatoes, avocado, basil and oil in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6Amount Per Serving: Calories: 135Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 5mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 4g
