Description
Balsamic Strawberry Caprese is a fresh dish with strawberries, mozzarella, and basil, drizzled with balsamic reduction. It’s ideal as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- Fresh Strawberries
- Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
- Fresh Basil
- Balsamic Reduction
- Olive Oil (Optional)
- Black Pepper (Optional)
- Sea Salt (Optional)
Instructions
- Wash strawberries under cold water and pat dry.
- Slice strawberries into ¼ inch thick slices.
- Slice mozzarella into rounds similar to the strawberries, or drain mozzarella balls.
- Pat mozzarella dry to remove excess moisture.
- On a platter, alternate layers of sliced strawberries and mozzarella.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top.
- Sprinkle fresh basil leaves for added flavor and color.
Notes
- Use ripe, juicy strawberries that are bright red.
- Fresh mozzarella is recommended for its soft, creamy texture.
- Tear basil leaves to release their oils and enhance flavor.
- Simmer balsamic vinegar to make your own balsamic reduction.
- Drizzle olive oil for added richness.
- Add freshly cracked black pepper for a bit of spice.
- A pinch of sea salt can balance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg