Balsamic Strawberry Caprese Salad: A Sweet and Fresh Delight
Balsamic Strawberry Caprese Salad offers a delightful blend of sweet strawberries and creamy mozzarella, drizzled with balsamic reduction for a refreshing summer dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries, mozzarella, and basil leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the balsamic mixture over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
Notes
- For added sweetness, consider using a balsamic glaze.
- Adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Balsamic Strawberry Caprese Salad, caprese salad, strawberry salad, summer salad