Whole30 Classic Caprese Salad
Elevate your summer table with this Whole30 Classic Caprese Salad, a fresh and wholesome twist on the beloved Italian dish! Bursting with flavor, this salad swaps mozzarella for creamy slices of ripe avocado, making it dairy-free and perfect for anyone following a Whole30 or paleo lifestyle. Layers of juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes, buttery avocado, and aromatic fresh basil come together beautifully, drizzled with rich extra-virgin olive oil and a homemade balsamic reduction that adds a sweet, tangy touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this light and vibrant recipe is as healthy as it is delicious, making it a stunning side dish or appetizer for any occasion. Keywords: Whole30 Caprese Salad, dairy-free Caprese, balsamic reduction, paleo-friendly salad, fresh basil recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Begin by making the balsamic reduction. Pour the balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring it to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer. Stir occasionally until it has reduced by half and reached a syrupy consistency, approximately 10 minutes. Once done, set aside to cool.
While the balsamic vinegar reduces, wash the tomatoes and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and carefully score the flesh into slices while still in the skin. Use a spoon to scoop out the avocado slices.
Roughly tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces or leave them whole, if preferred.
Arrange the tomato slices, avocado slices, and basil leaves in an alternating pattern on a large serving platter.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the arranged salad, followed by a drizzle of the cooled balsamic reduction.
Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, and enjoy a refreshing, Whole30-friendly twist on the classic Caprese salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.8 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1295 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.2 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.8 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 233 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3672 mg | 78% | |
*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.
