Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring sweet strawberries, fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gently combine the quartered strawberries, halved mozzarella balls, and torn basil leaves in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill for a short period before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use ripe, sweet strawberries.
- You can make your own balsamic glaze by simmering balsamic vinegar until it thickens.
- Add a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts or a few arugula leaves for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg