Description
Balsamic Strawberry Caprese is a refreshing summer salad that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the creaminess of mozzarella and the tanginess of balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, mozzarella, and basil leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Drizzle the balsamic mixture over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the strawberries in balsamic vinegar for a few minutes before assembling the salad.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Balsamic Strawberry Caprese, strawberry caprese salad