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–+ servings
Prep: 20 minutes
Total: 20 minutes

Strawberry Caprese Salad

Juicy-sweet strawberries elevate caprese salad into something even more special in this perfect-for-summer salad.
Yield: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes cut in half; about 2 dry pints
  • 2 cups strawberries quartered; about 1 pint
  • 4 ounces small fresh mozzarella balls aka bocconcini; 1 cup
  • 1/3 cup fresh basil chiffonaded or torn
  • 1/4 cup olive oil + a little more if desired
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar + a little more if desired
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper + more to taste

Instructions

  • In a large bowl combine tomatoes, strawberries, mozzarella, and basil. Stir to combine.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Pour over the salad and stir to coat. (You can add more olive oil and vinegar if desired but this depends on your love of dressing.)
  • Season with desired amount of kosher salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

Best served immediately, but leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. 

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1g, Calories: 238kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 20g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 10g, Cholesterol: 10mg, Sodium: 178mg, Potassium: 293mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 7g, Vitamin A: 479IU, Vitamin C: 60mg, Calcium: 128mg, Iron: 1mg