Description
Experience a burst of summer flavors with this Balsamic Strawberry Caprese Salad! Juicy strawberries meet creamy buffalo mozzarella, all enhanced by fragrant basil and a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for picnics or BBQs, this vibrant dish is not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it an instant crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 8 oz buffalo mozzarella, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse strawberries under cool water and pat dry.
- Trim the tops off strawberries and slice into thick rounds (about ¼ inch).
- On a large platter, alternate layers of sliced strawberries and buffalo mozzarella.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers for added flavor.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze generously over the salad.
- Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately or let rest for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg