Balsamic Berry Caprese Salad

Name: Balsamic Berry Caprese Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 pint strawberries, hulled and halved; 1 cup blueberries; 8 oz fresh mozzarella ciliegine (small balls); 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 1 tsp honey

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This Balsamic Berry Caprese Salad is a stunning and delicious summer twist on the Italian classic. Juicy, ripe strawberries and blueberries replace tomatoes, offering a burst of sweetness that pairs beautifully with creamy, fresh mozzarella balls. Fresh basil leaves provide the essential aromatic note, and everything is lightly dressed with extra virgin olive oil and a drizzle of syrupy, reduced balsamic vinegar that adds a tangy depth. The result is a salad that is both refreshing and decadent, with a gorgeous contrast of red, white, and blue. It's an incredibly easy yet impressive side dish or light lunch that's perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any occasion where you want to showcase peak summer fruit.

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A salad of strawberries, blueberries, mozzarella, and basil

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time5 min

Servings4 servings

DifficultyEasy

Equipment

Small saucepan

Instructions

1
Make balsamic reduction: simmer balsamic vinegar and honey in a small saucepan over low heat for 5-7 minutes, until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Let cool.
2
On a large platter or individual plates, artfully arrange strawberries, blueberries, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves.
3
Drizzle lightly with olive oil and a generous amount of the cooled balsamic reduction.
4
Season with a pinch of flaky salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.

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