Caprese Avocado Toast with Balsamic Glaze Recipe

Ingredients

2 tbsp Filippo Berio Robusto Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1/4 cup Filippo Berio Classic Balsamic Glaze

4 slices rustic Italian bread, about 3/4-inch thick

1 large clove garlic, halved

2 small ripe avocados, peeled and pitted

1 tbsp lemon juice

1/4 cup torn fresh basil, divided

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper

1 large ripe tomato, sliced

8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

1/4 tsp hot pepper flakes

Directions

Preheat oven to broil; position rack to highest level. Brush olive oil over both sides of each slice of bread; broil, turning once, for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown. Rub cut side of garlic clove over bread while still hot.
Mash together avocados, lemon juice, and half of the basil, salt and pepper; spread over one side of each slice of bread. Top with tomato slices; season with remaining salt and pepper. Top with mozzarella slices; sprinkle with hot pepper flakes.
Drizzle each slice of bread with balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with remaining basil; serve immediately.

Tip: Serve with sliced dry cured salami or prosciutto for a side of protein.

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Caprese Avocado Toast with Balsamic Glaze