Avocado and Feta Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients

Cherry tomatoes

24, medium-sized

Avocado

2 ripe, medium-sized

Feta cheese

1 cup, crumbled

Fresh basil

1/4 cup, chopped

Lemon juice

2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed

Salt

1/2 teaspoon, or to taste

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon, freshly ground, or to taste

Olive oil

1 tablespoon, for drizzling (optional)

Balsamic glaze

1 tablespoon, for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

1. Begin by preheating your kitchen atmosphere with the vibrant colors and aromas of fresh ingredients.
2. Cut the tops off the cherry tomatoes and carefully scoop out the seeds and pulp using a small spoon, creating little cups for the filling. Be gentle to avoid breaking the tomatoes.
3. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocados with a fork until smooth, keeping some texture for a delightful bite.
4. Add the crumbled feta cheese, freshly squeezed lemon juice, chopped basil, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything well until fully combined, allowing the flavors to marry beautifully.
5. Using a spoon, fill each hollowed cherry tomato with the avocado and feta mixture, heaping it slightly for an appealing presentation.
6. For an extra touch, drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze before serving.
7. Serve immediately for maximum freshness, or refrigerate for up to one hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.