Caprese Stuffed Avocados with Sweet Balsamic Glaze
Caprese Stuffed Avocados with Sweet Balsamic Glaze are a fresh, no-cook recipe made with creamy avocados, juicy tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil—drizzled with a sweet balsamic reduction. This easy, vibrant dish is perfect for a light lunch, appetizer, or summer snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 stuffed avocado halves (2–4 servings)
- Category: Appetizer, Lunch, Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped or torn
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp sweet balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Halve and pit the avocados. Scoop out a bit of flesh to create space for filling.
- In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon the mixture into the avocado halves.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- Garnish with extra basil or black pepper if desired.
Notes
- Add chili flakes or lemon juice for brightness.
- Top with toasted pine nuts or pistachios for crunch.
- Swap mozzarella for feta or goat cheese for tanginess.
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for protein.
- For homemade glaze: simmer balsamic vinegar with honey or brown sugar until thick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
