The Vegan Cheesy Avocado Caprese Platter is light and tasty. This recipe has 250 calories and five grams of fiber in each serving. Takes 15 minutes to prepare this platter. It contains avocados, cherry tomatoes, black pepper, vegan mozzarella, basil leaves, extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt, lemon juice, garlic powder, and pumpkin seeds. There is no gluten included in this platter. Making this dish is very easy, as the instructions are simple. We may pair this recipe with sourdough bread, simple green salad, garlic crostini, lemon arugula salad, vegan garlic bread, lentil soup, or roasted bell peppers. Include this Vegan Cheesy Avocado Caprese Platter in the container to store for one day.
STATS:
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: Nil
- Diet: Vegan
- Cuisine: Italian
- Serving: 6
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Course: Salad
- Serving Size: About 1¼ cups
- Calories: 250 kcal
EQUIPMENT:
- Large serving platter
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Small bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Spoon
- Serving tongs
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 medium sliced ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cups cherry tomatoes
- Half tsp garlic powder
- 8 ounces vegan mozzarella
- Half tsp salt
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Quarter tsp black pepper
- One cup basil leaves
- 1 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds
INGREDIENT NOTES:
AVOCADOS:
- It is the main component that makes the platter creamy. Avocados give richness to the salad and make the platter satisfying. You may use sliced cucumber as per your preference.
VEGAN MOZZARELLA:
- This gives a cheesy taste to the platter and makes the traditional Caprese salad. You may use vegan provolone as an alternative.
EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL:
- It gives richness and spreads the flavors in the platter. You may use avocado oil to get a milder taste in the recipe.
BALSAMIC GLAZE:
- This glaze gives a sweet and tangy taste to the platter. Balsamic glaze gives a beautiful finish to the recipe and complements the vegetables. You may use regular balsamic vinegar as a substitute.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon juice gives brightness and acidity to the recipe. It maintains the richness of the avocado and gives the best taste to the recipe. You may use lime juice as another choice.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, wash the tomatoes and basil, then dry them well.
- Cut the tomatoes in half and slice the avocados right before assembling the platter.
- Tear the vegan mozzarella into bite-sized pieces.
- In the small bowl, mix garlic powder, salt, olive oil, black pepper, and lemon juice.
- Arrange the avocado, tomatoes, vegan mozzarella, and basil on the platter.
- Drizzle the dressing and then balsamic glaze on the platter.
- Sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds, then serve the platter.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
CRUSTY BREADS:
- Garlic Crostini
- Whole-Grain Toast
- Sourdough Bread
- Vegan Garlic Bread
- Herb Focaccia
SALADS:
- Italian Green Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Lemon Arugula Salad
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
- Simple Green Salad
SOUPS:
- Vegan Tomato Soup
- Minestrone Soup
- Creamy Vegetable Soup
- Lentil Soup
- Roasted Red Pepper Soup
VEGETABLES:
- Roasted Zucchini
- Garlic Green Beans
- Roasted Bell Peppers
- Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
- Herb Roasted Potatoes
TIPS:
- Firm ripe avocados hold their shape better and give good results.
- Avoid including too much olive oil or balsamic vinegar in the dish for better results.
- Include avocado in the platter just before serving to not make it brown.
- Serve the platter right after assembling to get the freshest taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store the dressing and vegetables in different containers for 24 hours.
FREEZER:
- This salad is not good to freeze because the ingredients lose their texture.
FAQs:
Does this recipe contain gluten?
- No, all the ingredients included in this dish are naturally gluten-free.
Can I make this platter earlier?
- Yes, you may prepare all the ingredients earlier and assemble when needed to serve.
Is balsamic glaze good to exclude from this recipe?
- Yes, you may replace it with regular balsamic vinegar as per your choice.
Which vegan cheese gives better results in the dish?
- You may use vegan mozzarella to get the traditional caprese salad.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calcium: 120 g
Protein: 5 g
Iron: 1.2 g
Total Carbs: 14 g
Vitamin A: 1,050 IU
Fiber: 5 g
Calories: 250 kcal
Sodium: 390 g
Net Carbs: 9 g
Potassium: 620 g
