Caprese Stuffed Avocado

 

1/2 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved

4 oz (120g) baby mozzarella balls (bocconcini)

2 tablespoons basil pesto homemade or store bought)

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 balsamic glaze reduction to drizzle

2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped

 

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.

 

4 servings

Calories:

Fat: 29g

Fiber: 6g