4th of July: Strawberry Caprese

Name: 4th of July: Strawberry Caprese
Prep time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar; 1 cup mozarella pearls; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 1 cup strawberries; 1 large avocado; ½ cup basil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Optional: honey roasted almonds or other nuts

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Prep Time
15 mins
Servings
6 servings
Calories
258 kcal
Course
Salad, Appetizer
Cuisine
American, Italian-American Fussion

4th of July: Strawberry Caprese

Iris Warren

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This refreshing, tangy, and sweet salad is perfection for all the summer cookouts.

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Ingredients

Servings

⅓ cup balsamic vinegar good quality, thicker is better
1 cup mozarella pearls extra-mini size*
1 cup cherry tomatoes seeded and halved
1 cup strawberries ripe, hulled, halved
1 large avocado semi-rip, diced and sprinkled with lime juice
½ cup basil freshly torn, leaves only
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional: honey roasted almonds or other nuts chopped or slivered

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Instructions

Balsamic Reduction: In a small saucepan, add the balsamic vinegar and bring to a boil. Boil and stir 3-4 minutes or just until liquid is reduced by about half; should be thick and syrup-like. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool to room temp.
Toss: When ready to serve, add all remaining ingredients to a large platter or bowl, folding very gently with rubber spatula. Add kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, sprinkle with almonds if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

Slice the avocado last, prior to serving, and sprinkle with lime juice in order to prevent browning.
If you can't find mozzarella pearls, you can use a large, fresh mozzarella ball and cut it into bite-size pieces.
Caprese salad is best when tossed and served immediately. Be sure all ingredients are chilled prior to slicing/combining.
Balsamic reduction can be made up to 24 hours in advance and kept covered at room temperature.
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Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 258kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 2mg (1%) Sodium 202mg (8%) Potassium 269mg (8%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 590IU (12%) Vitamin C 23mg (26%) Calcium 48mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 258 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1g
Calories	258kcal	13%
Carbohydrates	10g	3%
Protein	2g	4%
Fat	13g	20%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	3g	15%
Cholesterol	2mg	1%
Sodium	202mg	8%
Potassium	269mg	6%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	5g	10%
Vitamin A	590IU	12%
Vitamin C	23mg	26%
Calcium	48mg	5%
Iron	1mg	6%