Caprese Avocado Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Course
Main Course, Salad, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
Caprese Avocado Salad
Description
This Caprese Avocado Salad starts with a balsamic vinegar reduction sweetened with brown sugar to create a syrupy glaze. Grilled, seasoned chicken breasts are cooked until tender and then diced. Romaine lettuce forms the base, topped with fresh mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, ripe diced avocado, and chiffonade basil leaves. The balsamic reduction is drizzled over the assembled salad and gently tossed to combine the ingredients and flavors.
The salad offers a creamy texture from the mozzarella and avocado, juiciness from the tomatoes, and a hint of herbaceousness from basil. The grilled chicken adds a savory protein element, while the balsamic reduction introduces a sweet-tangy contrast that ties the flavors together. This combination suits a balanced lunch or light dinner.
Serve immediately after tossing to enjoy the fresh textures. The balsamic reduction can be prepared ahead of time and stored. The salad is best eaten fresh, as avocado may brown upon prolonged exposure after mixing.
Ingredients
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar packed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 boneless skinless thin-sliced chicken breasts
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella brand Ovaline
- 1 cup cherry tomato halved
- 1 avocado halved, seeded, peeled and diced
- ¼ cup basil chiffonade, leaves
Instructions
- To make the balsamic reduction, add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a slight boil and reduce by half, about 6-8 minutes; set aside and let cool.
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, to taste. Add to skillet and cook, flipping once, until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Let cool before dicing into bite-size pieces.
- To assemble the salad, place romaine lettuce in a large bowl; top with chicken, mozzarella, tomatoes, avocado and basil. Pour balsamic reduction on top of the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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