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Cheesy Avocado Caprese Platter with balsamic glaze and fresh basil.

Cheesy Avocado Caprese Platter

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Large Ripe Avocados sliced
  • 3 Large Vine-Ripened Tomatoes sliced
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella sliced or bocconcini
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
  • 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Glaze
  • 1/2 tsp Flaky Sea Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Cracked Black Pepper

Method
 

  1. Prepare: Wash and dry all produce. Slice tomatoes and avocados into uniform half-moons.
  2. Arrange: On a serving platter, alternate slices of tomato, avocado, and mozzarella.
  3. Garnish: Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices.
  4. Dress: Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic glaze evenly over the platter.
  5. Season: Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ripeness Check: Choose avocados that are firm but yield to gentle pressure. Overripe avocados will turn to mush during slicing and ruin the "shingle" presentation.
  • Moisture Control: Pat the fresh mozzarella dry with a paper towel before slicing. This prevents a pool of milky liquid from forming at the bottom of your platter.
  • Order of Dressing: Always drizzle the olive oil before the balsamic glaze. The oil creates a barrier that helps the glaze "sit" on the ingredients rather than soaking in and turning the cheese brown.
  • Browning Prevention: If not serving immediately, lightly brush the avocado slices with lemon juice. However, for the best flavor profile, wait to slice the avocado until just before the platter hits the table.
  • Salt Selection: Use Maldon or Sea Salt flakes rather than table salt. The larger flakes provide a crunchy texture and won't "melt" into the tomatoes immediately, keeping the dish looking fresh longer.
  • Storage: This dish does not store well once dressed. If you have leftovers, mash them together with a little lime juice to make a "Caprese Guacamole" for the next day.