Caprese salad with creamy avocado slices is so easy to make! The best salad to add to your dinner table. The classic Caprese flavour combination of tomato, fresh mozzarella and basil, with an optional balsamic reduction gets a creamy effect with avocado and a delicious basil pesto dressing!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz bocconcini (small mozzarella balls)
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled, seeded, and chopped
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions:
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Combine the Ingredients:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the halved tomatoes, mozzarella balls, pesto, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to evenly coat the ingredients in the dressing.
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Add Avocados and Basil:
- Gently toss in the chopped avocados and fresh basil leaves until everything is well combined.
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Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze:
- If using, drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
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Serve:
- Enjoy immediately as a refreshing side or light main dish!
For the Balsamic Reduction:
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Combine Ingredients:
- In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon light brown sugar.
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Simmer:
- Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
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Reduce Heat:
- Reduce heat to low and simmer gently until the mixture has reduced by half and thickened to a syrup-like consistency (about 8 minutes).
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Cool:
- Allow to cool before using.
