Description
Balsamic Strawberry Caprese is a fresh and elegant twist on the classic Italian salad. Juicy strawberries are paired with creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and a rich balsamic glaze for a sweet and savory appetizer perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella (sliced or mini mozzarella balls)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Arrange sliced strawberries and mozzarella on a serving platter, alternating them evenly.
- Tuck fresh basil leaves between the layers.
- Drizzle olive oil evenly over the salad.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze on top for a sweet tangy finish.
- Season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve immediately for best freshness.
Notes
For extra flavor, chill the salad for 15–20 minutes before serving. You can also add a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts or a drizzle of honey for additional sweetness. Best served fresh the same day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: balsamic strawberry caprese, strawberry mozzarella salad, summer caprese salad, easy appetizer, fresh basil salad