Strawberry-Basil Caprese Salad

Name: Strawberry-Basil Caprese Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz (bocconcini) mozzarella balls; 1 pint, hulled and sliced strawberries; 1/4 cup, torn fresh basil; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper

A sweet and savory twist on the classic Caprese, featuring ripe strawberries, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Salads

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

8 oz (bocconcini) mozzarella balls
1 pint, hulled and sliced strawberries
1/4 cup, torn fresh basil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 8 oz mozzarella balls (bocconcini), 1 pint strawberries (hulled and sliced), and 1/4 cup fresh basil (torn).
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
Step 3: Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss gently to coat all components.
Step 4: Let sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.