Light Avocado Caprese Salad
A refreshing Mediterranean-style twist on the classic Caprese. Creamy avocado meets juicy tomatoes, soft mozzarella, and fragrant basil — all drizzled with a bright lemon-olive oil dressing. It’s light, clean, naturally gluten-free, and takes only 10 minutes to make.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Total time: 10 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
For the Salad
1 large avocado, sliced or cubed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) or 1 large ball sliced
1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
1 handful fresh basil leaves
Sea salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
For the Light Lemon Dressing
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp honey
1 small clove garlic, grated
Pinch of dried oregano
Instructions
Prep the ingredients
Slice avocado, halve tomatoes, slice cucumber, and tear basil leaves gently.
Make the dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together:
olive oil
lemon juice
honey
garlic
dried oregano
salt and pepper
Assemble the salad
On a plate, layer tomatoes, mozzarella, avocado, and cucumber.
Add basil
Scatter fresh basil leaves on top.
Dress and serve
Drizzle the lemon dressing over the salad.
Add a final pinch of salt and serve immediately.
Notes & Tips
Use ripe but firm avocado so it holds shape.
Add balsamic glaze for a traditional Caprese feel.
For protein: add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
For a meal: serve over a bed of arugula or mixed greens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Mediterranean diet–friendly?
Yes — it uses whole ingredients, fresh vegetables, healthy fats, and no heavy sauces.
Can I meal prep this?
You can prep everything except the avocado. Add avocado right before serving to avoid browning.
Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes — replace mozzarella with firm tofu cubes or extra avocado.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 330
Protein: 14g
Carbs: 14g
Fat: 25g
Fiber: 5g