Strawberry Caprese Salad

YIELD: 4 Servings

SERVING SIZE: 3/4 cup

Ingredients

• 1 cup dark balsamic vinegar

• 1 tsp ground black pepper

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

• 1 cup bite sized bocconcini balls

• 1 cup fresh basil leaves

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1. In a sauce pan, bring balsamic vinegar, pepper, and salt to a boil

2. Reduce heat to medium and allow to boil gently until reduced by two thirds, whisking frequently.

3. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

4. In a salad bowl, combine strawberries, cheese, and basil

5. whisk olive oil into the cooled balsamic reduction.

6. Just before serving, drizzle salad with the balsamic mixture

Notes:

Caprese salad is best served at room temperature