Avocado Caprese Salad
This Avocado Caprese Salad is a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired dish that balances creaminess, crunch, and zest in every bite. With ripe cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and buttery avocado tossed in a garlicky balsamic vinaigrette, it's a perfect no-cook recipe for warm weather lunches, potlucks, or an elegant starter.
Ingredients
- ½ English cucumber quartered lengthwise and sliced
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls or 1 cup diced mozzarella
- 1 large avocado diced
- ⅓ cup basil leaves chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 garlic clove peeled and pressed or grated
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Add cucumber, tomatoes, mozzarella, avocado, and basil to a serving bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Gently toss to coat and enjoy immediately.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/avocado-caprese-salad/
Notes
- Use heirloom cherry tomatoes for added color and flavor.
- Burrata is a luxe substitute for mozzarella if you're feeling fancy.
- This salad is best eaten fresh due to the avocado.