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Strawberry Caprese Salad

Strawberry Caprese Salad

The ultimate summer dish, Strawberry Caprese Salad combines juicy strawberries, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil for a mouthwatering experience. Crisp and refreshing, this easy-to-make salad is perfect for warm days and will surely impress your guests!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 5 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar This is for the reduction. If using a bottled Balsamic Glaze, skip this ingredient.
  • 1 pint Strawberries Washed, stems removed, and cut into small pieces.
  • 1 cup Grape tomatoes Cut into quarters.
  • 8 oz Mozzarella cheese balls Petite/pearl sized, cut into halves or quarters.
  • 1 whole Avocado Cut into small pieces.
  • 1/3 cup Chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • Salt For seasoning.
  • Pepper For seasoning.
  • Tortilla chips For serving.

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. BALSAMIC REDUCTION: In a small saucepan, add balsamic vinegar. Heat on medium low for 8 to 12 minutes. This can reduce quickly, so stir occasionally until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat and let cool. It will continue to thicken as it cools. This can be made a day ahead of time.
  2. CAPRESE SALAD RECIPE: In a large mixing bowl, add cut-up strawberries, chopped tomatoes, chopped mozzarella cheese, cut-up avocado, and fresh basil. Stir to mix well.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Mix well again until all ingredients are covered.
  4. Place into a serving bowl and drizzle with the balsamic reduction on top. If serving to a large crowd, you can mix it in, but note that balsamic can make the salad brown. It’s better served as a topping per bowl.
  5. Serve this recipe immediately. It will keep in the fridge for about 2 days, but the avocado will brown.

Notes

  • Substitution: If balsamic reduction seems time-consuming, you can substitute with a premade Balsamic Glaze.
  • Variations: Add small chunks of watermelon and mint leaves instead of strawberries and basil.
  • Protein Pairing: Shredded rotisserie chicken is a quick protein addition or grilled chicken for a delicious topping.
  • Creative Serving: This salad works great as a crostini topping on toasted French bread.
  • Storage: This salad is best enjoyed fresh, typically within a day of making.
  • Pasta Addition: You can also mix in rotini pasta for a hearty twist.