Caprese Stuffed Avocado

By jenlin

Sweet and juicy grape/cherry tomatoes with fresh mozzarella balls are tossed in basil pesto and a touch of garlic, then stuffed into Avocados for an incredible light lunch, dinner or snack! Drizzle with a balsamic glaze for an incredible flavour combination!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
• 4 oz (120g) baby mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
• 2 tablespoons basil pesto homemade or store boug 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to season
• 2 ripe avocados peeled, seeded and halved
• Fresh basil leaves to serve (optional)
• 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze reduction to drizzle
• 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped

Preparation

Step 1

Combine tomatoes, mozzarella balls, pesto, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper in a bowl. Toss well to evenly combine all of the flavors.
Arrange prepared avocado halves onto a plate with fresh basil leaves.

Spoon the Caprese filling into each avocado halve and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Top with chopped fresh basil. Serve immediately.