Caprese Avocado Toast

4.67 (6 ratings)

Caprese Avocado Toast

This heart-healthy Caprese Avocado Toast combines creamy mashed avocado, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil over whole grain toast with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

Prep Time10

Cook Time2

Total Time12

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American, Italian, Mexican

Servings: servings

Author: Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack | Muy Bueno

Ingredients

2 ripe avocados
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
Sea salt to taste
4 slices whole-grain bread
4 ounces mozzarella balls halved
1 cup cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 cup cup basil leaves coarsely chopped
Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions

Toast bread until golden brown.
In a bowl, mash avocados with lime juice and season with salt.
Layer toast with mashed avocado, cut slices of toast in half, place cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

Notes

Bread Options: Use hearty whole-grain bread for a heart-healthy option, or try No-Knead Cheese Bread for extra flavor.
Guacamole Swap: Got leftover guac? Use it instead of mashed avocado! Classic, Hatch chile, or Al Pastor guacamole all work deliciously.
Mozzarella Swap: If you don’t have mozzarella balls, sliced fresh mozzarella works just as well—just tear into smaller pieces.
Balsamic Glaze Substitute: Don’t have balsamic glaze? Reduce balsamic vinegar on the stovetop until thickened, or skip it entirely.
Avocado Tip: Add lime juice to your mashed avocado to help prevent browning.
Make-Ahead Tip: Prep the avocado mash and toppings ahead of time, but assemble just before serving to keep the toast crisp.
Storage: Store leftover mashed avocado in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to reduce browning. Toast and toppings should be stored separately and assembled fresh.

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