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Strawberry Salsa with Balsamic and Herbs

Mix up your entertaining menu this summer with this refreshing fruit salsa! Don't miss the serving ideas in the instructions, taking this strawberry salsa from appetizers to dessert.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 105 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound strawberries , trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch dice
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1-3 tablespoons light brown sugar , depending on how sweet your berries are
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper , plus additional, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Instructions

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  1. Stir together strawberries, balsamic vinegar, light brown sugar, and black pepper. Let stand 15 minutes. Stir in basil and mint. Season to taste with additional black pepper. Serve!
Serving ideas
  1. Dip with your favorite crackers or pita chips.
  2. Top grilled chicken, steak, or fish.
  3. Make crostini: spread slices of toasted baguette with mascarpone cheese and top with a dollop of strawberry balsamic salsa. If desired, sweeten mascarpone with a bit of honey (stir in about 1 tablespoon to a cup of cheese, to taste). 
  4. Make shortcakes: Layer lightly-sweetened whipped cream and strawberry balsamic salsa onto your favorite biscuits!

Notes

  • The amount of brown sugar you use will depend on how sweet your berries are. I've had to go up to 3 tablespoons of sugar when I've gotten tart berries. Taste your strawberries before preparing the salsa and adjust as needed.

Nutrition Information

Calories 105kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 6mg (0%) Potassium 347mg (10%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 240IU (5%) Vitamin C 134.1mg (149%) Calcium 42mg (4%) Iron 1.1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 105

% Daily Value*

Calories 105kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 1g 2%
Sodium 6mg 0%
Potassium 347mg 7%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 240IU 5%
Vitamin C 134.1mg 149%
Calcium 42mg 4%
Iron 1.1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.