Description
A delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad, this Summer Strawberry Caprese Salad combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries and blueberries with creamy mozzarella pearls, fresh basil, and a tangy balsamic dressing.
Ingredients
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Strawberry Caprese Salad:
- 2 lb strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 1 pint blueberries
- 8 ounces mozzarella pearls (drained)
- handful of fresh basil (chiffonade)
Balsamic Dressing:
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prep: Clean, hull, and slice strawberries. Drain mozzarella and chiffonade basil.
- Balsamic Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: In a large bowl, mix strawberries, blueberries, mozzarella pearls, and basil.
- Toss: Pour the balsamic dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve: Let the salad stand for 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Summer, Strawberry, Caprese Salad, Salad Recipe, Easy, Quick, Fresh
