Description
A fresh twist on classic Caprese salad, featuring sweet strawberries, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a tangy balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced or pearls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp honey or balsamic glaze (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Arrange sliced strawberries and mozzarella on a serving platter, alternating them.
- Tuck torn basil leaves between the slices.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and honey (if using).
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a sweeter touch, use a balsamic glaze instead of plain vinegar. This salad is best served fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Side salad, appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Protein: 10 g