Description
A fresh, vibrant salad made with juicy strawberries, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, drizzled with a sweet-tart balsamic glaze. Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick, elegant appetizer.
Ingredients
1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls or sliced mozzarella
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or chiffonade
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Pinch flaky sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Wash and hull the strawberries, then cut them in halves or quarters depending on size.
2. Drain and pat dry the mozzarella if needed. Tear or chiffonade the basil.
3. On a serving platter or shallow bowl, layer the strawberries and mozzarella in a circular pattern or rustic scatter.
4. Tuck the basil leaves throughout.
5. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the salad, followed by the balsamic glaze.
6. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
7. Serve immediately at room temperature for the best flavor.
Notes
Use strawberries that are firm and brightly colored for best results.
For a richer version, try using burrata instead of mozzarella.
Add arugula or baby greens for a more filling salad base.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Strawberry Caprese, balsamic salad, summer appetizer