Avocado Caprese Salad
A fresh salad of ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, avocado, and basil finished with a simple balsamic olive oil dressing.
Instructions
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Step 1
Whisk the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper together until combined.
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Step 2
Slice the tomatoes and drained mozzarella into similarly sized rounds.
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Step 3
Halve and pit the avocados, then peel and slice them.
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Step 4
Arrange the prepared tomato, mozzarella, and avocado on a serving platter. Scatter the basil over the top.
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Step 5
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad and serve immediately.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Wash and dry the tomatoes, avocado exteriors, and basil before preparation. Keep mozzarella refrigerated until needed, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Risk factors
- raw produce
- fresh mozzarella requiring refrigeration
- knife handling