Description
This Berry Caprese Salad is a refreshing twist on the classic Italian favorite, combining juicy strawberries, blueberries, creamy fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a sweet balsamic glaze. It’s the perfect summer salad for picnics, BBQs, brunches, or a light lunch that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls (or sliced fresh mozzarella)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- 1/4 tsp flaky sea salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash and dry the strawberries and blueberries. Slice the strawberries in half if large, and drain the mozzarella pearls.
- Assemble the salad: In a large serving bowl or platter, combine the strawberries, blueberries, mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Add a touch of honey if you prefer a sweeter flavor.
- Season: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve: Toss gently just before serving and enjoy immediately while the ingredients are fresh and vibrant.
Notes
For the best flavor, use ripe seasonal berries and high-quality fresh mozzarella. This salad pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, salmon, or crusty bread. Assemble just before serving to keep the berries juicy and the basil fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: berry caprese salad, strawberry mozzarella salad, blueberry caprese, summer berry salad, fresh mozzarella salad, easy summer salad
