Ingredients:
- 1 pint strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves, whole or torn
- Balsamic glaze or reduction
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Wash and hull the strawberries. Slice them into thin rounds.
- Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into similar-sized rounds as the strawberries.
- Wash and pat dry the fresh basil leaves. You can leave them whole or tear them into smaller pieces.
2. Assemble the Salad:
- On a serving platter or individual plates, start layering the sliced strawberries and mozzarella cheese, alternating them in a circular pattern or arranging them as desired.
- Tuck the fresh basil leaves in between the layers of strawberries and cheese.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the salad.
- Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
3. Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze:
- Finish the Balsamic Strawberry Caprese Salad by generously drizzling balsamic glaze or reduction over the top.
- The balsamic glaze adds a sweet and tangy flavor that beautifully complements the sweetness of the strawberries and the creaminess of the mozzarella.
4. Serve and Enjoy:
Serve this vibrant and flavorful Balsamic Strawberry Caprese Salad immediately as a refreshing appetizer or a delightful side dish. The combination of sweet strawberries, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil with the tangy balsamic glaze creates a perfect harmony of flavors!