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avocado salad with fresh tomatoes and mozzarella

Avocado Salad with Fresh Tomatoes and Mozzarella Delight

Enjoy a vibrant avocado salad with fresh tomatoes and mozzarella, perfect for summer gatherings, packed with flavor and freshness.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar or substitute with white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • pinch salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup olive oil light or extra virgin
  • 1 clove garlic minced
Salad
  • 2 Haas avocados ripe but firm
  • 2 medium tomatoes any variety
  • 1 cup mozzarella cubed or mozzarella balls
  • handful fresh parsley or substitute with fresh basil or cilantro
  • to taste black cracked pepper freshly cracked preferred

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar and a pinch of salt until the salt dissolves. Gradually drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously. Add minced garlic and set aside.
  2. Cut Haas avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Chop the avocado into bite-sized cubes and coat with the dressing.
  3. Wash and chop medium tomatoes, removing seeds and cutting them into chunks. Fold the tomato pieces into the avocado and dressing.
  4. Incorporate cubed or mozzarella balls into the mixture and gently toss together, ensuring all ingredients are coated.
  5. Chop fresh parsley and sprinkle over the salad. Season with black cracked pepper to taste and toss lightly.
  6. Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and serve immediately for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Dress just before serving to prevent browning.

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