This strawberry caprese salad is a fruity twist on the classic Italian dish, with juicy, ripe strawberries standing in for tomatoes. The sweet-tart flavor of strawberries goes beautifully with fresh mozzarella, basil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. This colorful salad is perfect as an appetizer, side dish or light lunch. To make it a main dish, top it with roasted chicken or add white beans.

Strawberry Caprese Salad

Serves 4

Active Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon ground pepper

2 cups strawberries, hulled and quartered

2/3 cup fresh small mozzarella cheese pearls

1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves

1. Whisk 2 tablespoons oil, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper together in a small bowl until fully combined.

2. Arrange 2 cups quartered strawberries and 2/3 cup mozzarella pearls on a large platter; top with 1/4 cup basil. Drizzle evenly with the oil mixture and serve immediately.

Recipe nutrition per serving: 184 Calories, Total Fat: 14 g, Saturated Fat: 5 g, Cholesterol: 24 mg, Carbohydrates: 8 g, Fiber: 2 g, Total Sugars: 5 g, Added Sugars: 0 g, Protein: 8 g, Sodium: 328 mg, Potassium: 166 mg, Phosphorus: 132 mg, Iron: 1 mg, Folate: 24 mcg, Calcium: 174 mg, Vitamin A: 298 IU, Vitamin C: 51 mg, Vitamin D: 5 IU.

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