Guacamole meets Caprese in a deliciously unexpected twist on a classic! This Caprese Guacamole is loaded with grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fresh basil. Perfect for dipping crackers, chips, or your favorite bread!
Mmmmmm…..guacamole! What is it about guacamole that is SO delicious? Every time I make it, I honestly feel like I could eat. it. all. And sometimes, I’m pretty sure I do!
For much of my life, I was under the impression that I didn’t like guacamole. That is was mushy, flavorless, not worth it. I’m not sure I’ve ever been more wrong about a food in my life.
And I’ve had my fair share of food stand-offs! I was vegetarian for nearly 10 years, I ate fat free salad dressing for nearly five, and it’s only very recently that I re-introduced real bacon. But of all my foodie faux pas, my misunderstanding of guacamole was, by far, the worst offense.
To make up for all the lost years, these days, I try to eat it as often as I possibly can. I slather it on tacos and burritos and quesadillas and nachos. I love it on sandwiches and eggs and chicken and burgers. And I love coming up with new ways to love it.
This Caprese Guacamole is just that – a new way to LOVE guacamole! It might sound like an unexpected combo, but trust me….it works! I used basil instead of cilantro (an easy swap) and the fresh mozzarella adds a textural element that’s insanely addictive. But the real genius of this guac is the use of white balsamic vinegar. I’m telling you – it makes so much sense, I can hardly stand it! And, yes, I want to eat.it.all!!!!
📖 Recipe
Caprese Guacamole
Ingredients
- 2 avocados mashed
- 1/2 c. grape tomatoes diced
- 1/2 c. fresh mozzarella pearls
- 2 Tbsp. fresh basil more to taste
- 2 tsp. white balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.
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Jess says
This looks delicious! Can’t wait to try it – Im so glad to came to your senses my friend! Hope your trip went well – can’t wait to hear about it!
Cathy Trochelman says
Oh my goodness ME TOO!!! Life is so much better with guacamole! And….California was an absolute BLAST….I will be sharing about it on the blog soon! 🙂
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I was exactly like that – about ALL avocado. Oh the years I spent not eating it. I have to make up for it now by eating THIS!
Cathy Trochelman says
SO many wasted years….! I say next time we’re together we make a big vat of guacamole to share. It only seems right, don’t you think!? 😉
Amy @ Amy's Healthy Baking says
I’ve gone through so many food omission/reintroduction phases… Including, yes, no bacon, no eggs, no salad dressing, no yogurt (ohmygosh I could never do that again now that I’ve had Greek)… I could go on and on. But unfortunately, I’ll have to take your word for guac — I’m allergic to avocados! So sad. But my guy is crazy for them, and I’m sure he’d love this fun twist!
Cathy Trochelman says
Agh that is SO sad, Amy! Now that I’ve been converted, I can’t imagine a life without avocados! You’ll have to make this twist for your bf and let me know what he thinks!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Oh wow I think this would become my favorite guacamole, Cathy! Caprese anything is the best, so I’m loving this creative twist! Sounds so delish!
Wendy says
Oh my gosh this looks amazing! I can’t wait to try it. I can eat guacamole by the buckets.
Michelle Wallace says
This looks amazing! My husband is vegetarian and I struggle to find tasty, original recipes for get togethers, that he can eat. Thank you so much for sharing!
marcie says
If Caprese is in the title, I’m in — and since guacamole is involved too, this sounds doubly delicious!
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
What a great combo, Cathy! I didn’t try avocados until I was in my late 20’s early 30’s. Which meant I never had guacamole until then …. I felt so cheated. I could totally devour all of this!
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet says
I just recently started liking guacamole! I am thinking this caprese version is out of this world!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
Wow! This truly is a new, delicious way to love guacamole… and caprese! This twist & combo of the two is genius! And totally scrumptious! I need a big ‘ole vat of this (a bowl would just be too small) 🙂 thanks for sharing ♡
Rachael says
guacamole is my favorite! this looks awesome