Fresh Healthy Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Tomatoes
A quick and easy fresh avocado salad featuring creamy mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe but firm avocados, peeled and diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls or sliced
- A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
- Sea salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: red chili flakes for heat
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, peel, and dice into 1-inch cubes. Toss immediately with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Rinse cherry tomatoes and slice in half. Add to the bowl with avocados.
- Drain fresh mozzarella and slice or tear into chunks similar in size to avocado pieces. Add to the bowl.
- Rinse basil leaves, pat dry, and tear into smaller pieces. Add to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic (if using). Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Gently combine all ingredients with the dressing in the mixing bowl, using a folding motion to avoid mashing the avocado.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes before serving. Avoid leaving too long to prevent avocado browning.
Notes
Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushiness. Toss ingredients gently to keep avocado chunks intact. Prepare just before serving to prevent browning. Substitute mozzarella with burrata or vegan cheese for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup salad
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 12
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