Tomato and Avocado Stacks
Elevate your appetizer game with these vibrant Tomato and Avocado Stacks, a quick and refreshing no-cook recipe bursting with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, this visually stunning dish layers juicy ripe tomato slices, creamy avocado, fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil leaves, finished with a drizzle of tangy balsamic reduction and a touch of olive oil. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple yet high-quality ingredients, these savory stacks deliver a delightful blend of textures and Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Whether served as a light starter or a summer side dish, this recipe is sure to impress—ideal for those seeking healthy, gluten-free, or vegetarian options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe tomatoes
- 2 medium ripe avocados
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella
- 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic reduction
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Set aside.
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and carefully scoop the flesh out of the skin using a spoon. Slice the avocado into 1/4-inch thick slices.
Slice the fresh mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
On a serving plate, layer a slice of tomato, a slice of avocado, a slice of mozzarella, and a basil leaf. Repeat the layering process until you have 3 layers per stack, finishing with a basil leaf on top.
Drizzle each stack with balsamic reduction and olive oil.
Sprinkle with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, flavorful dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.8 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.8 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 147 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 2815 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.4 g | ||
| Protein | 64.3 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1695 mg | 130% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 2669 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
