Don’t let the simplicity of this salad fool you. This is crave-ably delicious! It is simple to make and comes together in under 15 minutes. It’s light and bright and full of fresh flavors. The dressing is quite simple and subtle, yet still leaves you wanting to lick the plate clean.
Why Our Recipe
- It’s the kind of dish where everyone will be asking you for the recipe.
- Simple but delicious dressing that uses white balsamic vinegar so the salad stays beautiful.
Tomato Options
This recipe calls for a combination of yellow and red cherry or grape (or cherry) tomatoes. The combination of red and yellow makes for a bright and colorful salad, but you can also use all red, or all yellow. It’s also possible to make this salad by using regular garden variety tomatoes that are diced, but the juiciness may make the salad watery and the presentation will not be as beautiful.
Mini Mozzarella Balls: Where to Find Them
Most grocery stores in the United States will sell mozzarella balls in their fresh cheese section in round plastic containers or vacuum-sealed bags. They will be located next to or near the other larger balls of fresh mozzarella cheese. Fresh mozzarella is generally located in a different section than bricks of mozzarella cheese and shredded cheese. The item you are looking for may be called mini mozzarella balls, bocconcini, or mozzarella pearls.
White Balsamic Substitutes
White balsamic vinegar is used in this recipe in order to prevent the salad from getting a brown tint from traditional balsamic vinegar. You can use regular balsamic vinegar, but be warned that the color of the salad may be somewhat off-putting. Another option is to use another clear or light colored mild vinegar like white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar. These are not as sweet so a bit of extra honey will help balance the flavor.
Storage Instructions
You can store Caprese Avocado Salad in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-3 days. Be warned that the avocado will start to brown due to exposure to air, and that does not mean that they have gone bad.
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My sister was so impressed by this dish! I pair it up with quinoa and chicken. My sister said this dish could eating for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The acidity was on point. Love it! Thank you for sharing this recipe!
I used this s a basic recipe. I added colorful vegan pasta, cucumbers and olives. Made up my own dressing, using balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and a bit of Italian dressing ( as well as the dressing as above). It was a huge hit. I’d have a hard time duplicating it though!
Every recipe you post is yummy….just as this is.
I’m doing 5 stars for the photo and copying the recipe! Will defintely make, I love this lovely lady caprese salad, and recipes of hers I’ve tried so far!
The salad was the perfect side to your Chili Lime Salmon. The Dressing is wonderful. I had a delicious dinner on the table in 30 minutes.
Sounds great. Family loves
avocado.
Sounds so delicious & light for a hot summer’s day
This is an amazing salad!! Simple to make, off the charts delicious and aesthetically pleasing!! I’ve made it twice this week already 😂
This is declious
The Caprese Avocado Salad was very easy to make & delicious!! Our Granddaughter has made it, she loves anything Caprese!! So this recipe was right up her alley.