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Balsamic Strawberry Caprese

A refreshing summer salad featuring sweet strawberries, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and a tangy balsamic glaze, perfect for warm gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fresh Ingredients
  • 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced Preferably smaller ones for sweetness.
  • 2 medium-sized ripe tomatoes, sliced The juicier, the better.
  • 200 g fresh mozzarella, sliced A must for creamy texture.
  • 1 handful fresh basil leaves Makes a world of difference.
Dressings and Seasonings
  • to taste balsamic glaze Can be store-bought or homemade.
  • to taste sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper Always balance the flavors.
  • a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil Recommended brand: Colavita.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Hull the strawberries and slice them thin. Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella as well, and wash the basil.
Assembly
  1. On a large serving platter, layer the mozzarella, followed by the strawberries, and then the tomatoes.
Flavor Enhancement
  1. Sprinkle fresh basil leaves evenly over the layers.
Final Touch
  1. Drizzle generously with balsamic glaze and let it sit for a few minutes for flavors to meld.
  2. Finish with a sprinkle of sea salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Serve on a rustic wooden board with crusty bread for soaking up the balsamic glaze. Perfect for summer gatherings!
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