Take creamy avocados to a different level with this stuffed avocado recipe. Sweet and juicy grape/cherry tomatoes with fresh mozzarella balls are tossed in basil pesto with a touch of garlic, then stuffed into avocado halves. Drizzle with a balsamic glaze for an incredible flavor combination.
Recipe c/o “Cafe Delites”
1/2 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
4 oz (120g) baby mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
2 tbsp basil pesto homemade or store bought)
1 tsp 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 tbsp balsamic glaze reduction to drizzle
2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
Combine the tomatoes, mozzarella balls, pesto, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper in a bowl. Toss well to evenly combine all of the flavors.
Arrange the 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.